Achievement Coach (Baltimore)

Part-Time Achievement Coach – Afterschool Program (Middle School)

$50/hour | Paid Training | Make a Real Impact After School

Do you believe that talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not?
Higher Achievement is looking for Part-Time Achievement Coaches who are passionate about supporting middle school students during a critical moment in their academic and personal development.

As an Achievement Coach, you’ll build meaningful relationships with scholars, lead engaging afterschool programming, and help students grow into confident, high-achieving learners prepared for high school and beyond.

Job Details

• Part-Time: Monday–Thursday, approximately 3:30–5:30 PM
• Additional Hours: Approximately 1-3 hours per month for planning, meetings and trainings
• Pay Rate: $50 per hour
• Start Date: August 2025
• Duration: Indefinite; work available during the Afterschool Academy year (September/October–May/June), based on center placement. Limited summer hours available.
• Location: Onsite at a Higher Achievement middle school center location
  • Highlandtown Elementary/Middle School - 231 S. Eaton St Baltimore, MD 21224

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Make a direct, visible impact on middle school scholars every day
• Be a mentor, role model, and leader in a supportive team environment
• Receive paid orientation and ongoing professional development
• Build experience in education, youth development, or social impact
• Work consistent afterschool hours that pair well with school or other jobs

What You’ll Do

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Curriculum and Instruction

• Supervise and manage a disciplined class of up to 15 scholars that has a positive culture and has scholars actively working in learning blocks three days per week
• Follow and implement the Learning Block systems and structures
• Support scholars with prioritizing daily assignments, along with setting realistic timetables with prioritized task-lists for longer-term projects, and assist scholars in preparing for upcoming quizzes, tests, and projects and coach them to develop strong study skills
• Ensure that class assignments and homework are completed by all scholars to a high degree of quality. High-quality assignments are characterized by a high level of accuracy, an organized and clear presentation, and answers that indicate thinking beyond the surface level.
• Support volunteer homework helpers in their work with scholars
• Answer questions from and re-teach necessary concepts to scholars to achieve mastery
• Provide additional academic activities that are engaging and intentional for scholars who complete their homework or who were not assigned homework
• Reinforce Higher Achievement's philosophies and positive work culture
• Track scholar progress using the center's established tracking mechanisms
• Observe other Learning Blocks and provide feedback around classroom structures and routines that will support the scholar learning experience

Communication with Families, Teachers and Staff

• Communicate with scholars' teachers and parents/guardians through written communication when concerns or successes arise. Report back to Learning Directors and other staff on the content and progress of these communications.
• When necessary, place phone calls to scholars' families regarding scholar performance in Learning Blocks
• Attend a weekly Center Staff Team meeting where individual scholar needs are discussed, as well as current successes and challenges at center, and how systems are functioning
• Communicate and collaborate with the center's Learning Director around scholars who consistently complete homework early or who have been identified as needing additional help.
• All other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; college juniors or seniors may apply
• Minimum of two years of in classroom teaching experience with middle school students required; Teacher Certification strongly preferred
• Strong classroom and behavior management skills using advancing youth development approaches
• Familiarity with middle school curriculum and implementation
• Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, scholars, and families
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and comfortable with data management systems
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply
• Commitment to the mission and work of Higher Achievement

Higher Achievement Core Values: Scholar-Centricity, Striving for Excellence, Power of Community, Voice, and Social Justice

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Work is regularly performed in a school-based environment. The employee may spend long periods sitting, standing, and walking. Required to transfer from one part of the worksite to another and climb stairs. Regularly lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Regular use of computers, keyboard, telephone, and face-to-face communication in small and large group settings with adults; ability to communicate clearly and professionally in these situations. Visual, auditory, and physical ability to respond quickly to critical incidents involving students and act in an emergency. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Background Check & Clearance: This position requires a criminal background check prior to hire to include state/local municipalities, school district clearances and grant required checks. All clearance checks are paid by Higher Achievement.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your resume today.
Priority deadline: June 21 at 12:00 AM. Positions will remain open until filled.

Join Higher Achievement and help create opportunities that change lives.

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