Virtual Learning Mentor & Lab Coach

Grand Blanc Community Schools; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools is seeking a Virtual Learning & Lab Mentor for the 2026-2027 school year, supporting online courses and lab activities.

The role involves enrolling students, ensuring course approvals, monitoring weekly progress, and coordinating with instructors, administrators, and families in a flexible, welcoming environment. The position is 180 student contact days, with a starting wage of 16.38 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education or an Associate's degree or higher.
• Ability to work with students and teachers in a classroom setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enrollment.
• Ensure the chosen course is approved by the school and meets graduation requirements.
• Monitor student progress weekly and help the student stay on track to complete the course on time.
• Manage classroom/labs.
• Establish clear expectations and guidelines.
• Communicate with the online instructor, school administrators, and parents using email, text messaging, and phone.
• Establish rapport with students and encourage academic success.
• Meet with the student in person or virtually and keep records of meetings.
• Assign final grades to the student transcript after the score is submitted by the online instructor.
• Advocate for the student.
• Help interpret instructor feedback and rubrics.
• Teach self-directed, independent learners with available resources.
• Create a welcoming, supportive, and flexible learning environment.
• Connect students to a teacher in the building with subject area knowledge when necessary.
• Report virtual learners for pupil count days and archive records for audit purposes.

Skills

Reading, writing & math instruction

Interpersonal communication

Student engagement

Computer skills

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of college study

Job description

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools is seeking a Virtual Learning & Lab Mentor for the 2026-2027 school year, supporting online courses and lab activities.

The role involves enrolling students, ensuring course approvals, monitoring weekly progress, and coordinating with instructors, administrators, and families in a flexible, welcoming environment. The position is 180 student contact days, with a starting wage of 16.38 USD per hour.