English Language Learners Success Coach

Young World Physical Education

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a difference in students' lives

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Success Coach to support English Language Learners through their educational journey. This role involves guiding cohorts of students towards college and career readiness, focusing on academic support and advisory activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree and possess excellent communication skills. Additionally, candidates should be flexible, customer-focused, and able to motivate students in a professional setting.

Qualifications

Strong communication skills are essential for guiding students and collaborating with teachers.
Bachelor's degree or relevant experience is required for this role.
Experience working with youth in a diverse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Guide students in English language learning and provide academic support.
Collaborate with virtual teachers to ensure student success.
Monitor student progress and attendance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fluency in English

Bi-Lingual (Spanish preferred)

Strong technology skills

Customer-focused approach

Ability to motivate students

High degree of flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Commonwealth Charter Academy Pennsylvania - Any CCA Family Service Center - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Success Coach - English Language Learners

Working from and reporting full-time to one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the Success Coach will guide one or more cohorts of students toward college and career readiness through successful completion of the school program. The coach's work with students will be balanced between academic support (in conjunction with virtual teachers) and advisory activities. In order to be successful in any role at CCA, the employee must carry out all responsibilities in a way that demonstrates and models the values of CCA, abides by all standards, and behaves in a professional and engaged manner at all times.

Responsibilities

Support students who are English Language Learners in learning the English language and the culture of their community
Arrange for translation services as necessary
Assist students in their courses by providing motivation and support
Work collaboratively with a team of teachers (virtual) to ensure that all students in the cohort are on track and successfully progressing through the program
Assist students with daily assignments and projects to increase understanding
Clarify directions, rubrics and project requirements
Assist virtual teachers with keeping student records and data up-to-date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and logging all student and parent contacts
Participate in the organization and administration of state testing as directed
Maintain a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment at all times
Develop and implement strategies that encourage student collaboration and teamwork
Support a cohort of students, ensuring that all students are successfully progressing through the program and that parents have a central point of contact for discussions on their student
Monitor students' attendance, participation, and academic performance
Develop and monitor individualized action plans for each student, including working with students to set goals for getting back on track and communicating with parents, caretakers and school staff
Act as main point of contact for parents, teachers and other staff members regarding students in escalation; plan and deliver workshops related to general work-study habits, working effectively in teams, test-taking strategies and 21st-century learning skills
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Experience with the challenges of not being a native English speaker
Strong technology skills (especially with internet, Microsoft OS and Microsoft Office programs)
Customer-focused approach
Ability to motivate and assist students with school coursework
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in an innovative, fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
Ability to work evening hours occasionally to support students and families

Competencies

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Bi-Lingual (Spanish preferred)
Experience with the challenges of not being a native English speaker
Strong multi-cultural skills
Strong technology skills (especially with internet, Microsoft OS and Microsoft Office programs)
Customer focused approach
Ability to motivate and assist students with school coursework
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in an innovative, fast paced environment
Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
Ability to work evening hours occasionally to support students and families

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend or stand as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as required.

Position Type

Full-time
Non-Exempt
Hourly
12-Month Role

Travel

Travel may be needed for this position.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Possess Paraprofessional or Teaching Certification in Pennsylvania
Experience and demonstrated interest in working with youth (both strivers and strugglers) in a diverse urban environment
Experience working in a school or other educational environment

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver's License
Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage
Must be able to commute to a Family Service Center regardless of commute complexity.
Candidates must reside within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

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