Literacy & Academic Success Coach (Part-Time)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Academic Specialist at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida (BGCCF) provides intensive literacy, STEM, mathematics, and other academic support for Club members aged 6 to 18. This grant-funded, part-time role focuses on developing high-yield learning activities, monitoring progress, and collaborating with schools and partners to expand access to quality educational experiences.

The position reports to the Director of Academic Success, requires a Bachelor's degree in education or related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of work experience in an educational setting, focusing on literacy programs and academic support activities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present educational programs and build relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups including children, educators, and community partners.
• Experience in developing and implementing project-based learning and high-yield educational activities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and progress monitoring to assess academic performance and adapt programs.
• Experience working with databases and CRM systems to manage student information and track academic progress.
• Commitment to continuous professional development including completing Academic Success Leadership Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead literacy-focused educational programs for Club members aged 6–18.
• Develop project-based learning and high-yield activities to support literacy.
• Maintain safe, healthy, well-lit program areas.
• Order and store equipment and supplies for program areas.
• Foster a positive climate for youth development and ensure member participation.
• Plan and oversee program administration aligned with organizational goals.
• Coordinate intervention schedules to support academic success.
• Monitor academic performance and report progress to leadership.
• Develop individual learning plans and oversee literacy programming in multiple clubs.
• Complete Academic Success Leadership Training and manage program resources.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Project-based learning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, literacy, or related field

3+ years in educational setting with literacy focus

Tools

Databases

CRM systems

Job description

The Academic Specialist at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida (BGCCF) provides intensive literacy, STEM, mathematics, and other academic support for Club members aged 6 to 18. This grant-funded, part-time role focuses on developing high-yield learning activities, monitoring progress, and collaborating with schools and partners to expand access to quality educational experiences.

The position reports to the Director of Academic Success, requires a Bachelor's degree in education or related