English Language Learners Success Coach

Commonwealth Charter Academy

Harrisburg (Dauphin County)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Commonwealth Charter Academy in Harrisburg, PA seeks an English Language Learners Success Coach to guide cohorts toward college and career readiness. The role blends academic support with advisory activities, working with virtual teachers and a Family Service Center.

The coach will translate as needed, monitor attendance and progress, and communicate with parents to support students’ goals. Full-time in-office position with a focus on inclusivity.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Bilingual proficiency is required for interaction with diverse families.

Responsibilities

Support English Language Learners in language learning and culture.
Arrange translation services as needed.
Motivate and support students in courses with virtual teachers.
Collaborate with virtual teachers to keep cohorts on track.
Assist with daily assignments, clarifications, and rubrics.
Maintain student records and attendance data.
Assist with state testing administration.
Create a positive, engaging learning environment.
Develop strategies to foster student collaboration.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Communication skills

English fluency

Cultural awareness

Tech literacy

Customer focus

Student motivation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Evening hours

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bilingual

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

English Language Learners Success Coach

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

This job is also posted in Commonwealth Charter Academy

Job Details

Job ID: 5916997

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Success Coach- English Language Learners

Position Description

Reporting full-time to one of our Family Service Centers in Pennsylvania, the Success Coach will be responsible for guiding one or more cohorts of students toward college/career readiness through successful completion of the school program. The Success 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, employee must carry out all responsibilities in such 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.

The Success Coach will assist teachers with educational and instructional activities, and non-teaching tasks. The Success coach will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

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

Advisory

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

Competencies

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Bi-Lingual (Spanish preferred)
Speaks English at an idiomatic level
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 needed.

Position Type

Full-time, In office
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
Bilingual

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 ServiceCenter regardless of commutecomplexity.
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.

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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