Virtual Academic Coach (Chicago, IL)

Galin Education; Highland Park (IL); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Galin Education seeks a Virtual Academic Coach to work with college and high school students nationwide. In this role, you will provide support in academic skills and executive functioning, help students overcome challenges, and foster their confidence. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and experience with students, particularly those struggling with learning difficulties. Commitment of at least 12 months and availability for at least 5 hours per week is required.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Opportunity to work from home

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with high school and college students, especially those with learning struggles.
• Preferred candidates from psychology, counseling, or education fields.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students on academic skills and executive function.
• Teach methods for time management and organization.
• Build relationships to foster student confidence and success.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Responsiveness

Teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or Graduate school student (preferred)

Job description

Virtual Academic Coach Job Posting

At Galin, our Academic Coaches work virtually, one-on-one with college and high school students all around the country to help them become successful in school and life. Our coaches provide students with the executive function and academic skills to be successful now and in the future. When working with students, coaches will teach methods to plan and manage their time, prioritize, become more organized, and process information through note-taking, studying, and reading. Our coaches must be able to create strong relationships with students, increase their confidence, and help them overcome challenges.

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or Graduate school student preferred
• Experience working with students in grades 9-12 and college, preferably students with ADHD, anxiety, or other learning struggles
• Candidates who are currently or working towards becoming Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Special Education teachers, or general education teachers are preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in-person, via phone, and email with parents of students
• Availability to work at least 5 hours per week.
• Commitment of at least 12 months

Characteristics:

• Personable, and able to connect with students and their parents
• Flexible and easy-going
• Responsive and prompt
• Have a passion for teaching others
• Willing to learn and be coached