Dynamic Middle School Academic Decathlon Coach

Prep Academy Tutors Hamilton; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Prep Academy Tutors of Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Academic Decathlon Coach to guide a middle school team (grades 6–8) through a season of practice and competition, from October through early March.

The role involves leading up to 10 students in weekly group sessions and in two team events, with collaboration with school staff and parents to track progress and schedule.

Prior experience with academic competitions and a strong math background are desirable.

Qualifikationen

• Comfortable teaching or reviewing material across multiple academic subjects — breadth is more important than deep specialization in any one area
• Strong math background, including the ability to teach Algebra I/Geometry-level concepts
• Comfortable with Catholic school culture and Catholic doctrine content
• Experience teaching or coaching middle-school-aged students, ideally in a group or team setting
• Prior experience with academic competitions (Academic Decathlon, Quiz Bowl, Scholastic Bowl, Odyssey of the Mind, or similar) strongly preferred, whether as a former competitor or coach
• Strong organizational skills — able to plan a multi-month study schedule across several subject areas at once
• Experience coaching public speaking or presentation skills is a plus

Aufgaben

• Plan and run team practice sessions (about once a week early in the season, increasing to twice a week as the competition nears)
• Guide students through study material across individual subject areas, which may include: Religion/Catholic doctrine, English/Language Arts, Literature, Science, Mathematics (including Algebra I/Geometry-level content), Current Events, Social Studies, and Fine Arts (Art & Music)
• Prepare students for team-based logic and "super quiz" style events
• Track student progress and adjust the practice plan as the competition date approaches
• Communicate regularly with school staff and parents on scheduling and team progress

Jobbeschreibung

Prep Academy Tutors of Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Academic Decathlon Coach to guide a middle school team (grades 6–8) through a season of practice and competition, from October through early March.

The role involves leading up to 10 students in weekly group sessions and in two team events, with collaboration with school staff and parents to track progress and schedule.

Prior experience with academic competitions and a strong math background are desirable.