Student Government Leadership Coach (Part-Time)

Codman Academy Charter School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 8,900 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Codman Academy seeks a dedicated Student Government Advisor to guide the school’s student government program within the Encore Department. The role focuses on mentorship, leadership development, and hands-on student ownership, meeting twice weekly after school with a focus on events, collaboration, and community engagement.

The advisor will work with Encore staff to plan activities, ensure alignment with school policies, and support multilingual learners and diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth leadership development or student activities advising.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with middle/high school students and supporting student‑driven leadership.
• Ability to facilitate structured meetings and coach students on independent projects.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Reliability, organization, and ability to plan and document sessions independently.

Responsibilities

• Meet with student government twice weekly to support planning and follow‑through on student‑led work.
• Coach students in leadership skills such as public speaking, meeting facilitation, consensus-building, and project management.
• Help students set goals, agendas, and reflect on outcomes of initiatives.
• Maintain a structured, high‑expectation environment that encourages student voice and shared leadership.
• Support students in planning and executing student‑run events (assemblies, spirit days, fundraisers, celebrations).
• Guide students through the full arc of an initiative from idea to logistics, promotion, execution, and debrief.

Skills

Youth leadership

Student activities advising

Community organizing

Meeting facilitation

Communication

Job description

Codman Academy seeks a dedicated Student Government Advisor to guide the school’s student government program within the Encore Department. The role focuses on mentorship, leadership development, and hands-on student ownership, meeting twice weekly after school with a focus on events, collaboration, and community engagement.

The advisor will work with Encore staff to plan activities, ensure alignment with school policies, and support multilingual learners and diverse student needs.