Academic Instruction Coordinator

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Child & Adolescent Day Treatment Program

Day Treatment is a structured treatment service in a licensed facility, for children or adolescents and their families, that builds on strengths and addresses identified needs. This medically necessary service directly addresses the beneficiary’s diagnostic and clinical needs. This service is designed to serve children who, as a result of their mental health or substance use disorder treatment needs, are unable to benefit from participation in academic or vocational services at a developmentally appropriate level in a traditional school or work setting. LGS implements therapeutic interventions that are coordinated with the beneficiary’s academic or vocational services available through enrollment in an educational setting.

Position Overview

The Academic Instruction Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the academic success of students enrolled in the Child & Adolescent Day Treatment Program. This position ensures that daily academic instruction is structured, engaging, aligned with school expectations, and integrated with therapeutic goals.

The Academic Instruction Coordinator partners with school districts, teachers, program staff, and families to ensure students remain on track academically while receiving intensive behavioral and emotional support.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, student-focused, creative, and passionate about helping youth succeed both educationally and behaviorally.

Key Responsibilities

(Not limited to)

Academic Coordination & Student Support

• Develop, monitor, and implement individualized academic support plans for each student.
• Coordinate daily academic blocks, pacing, and assignments to align with each student’s home school curriculum.
• Provide direct support and instruction in core subjects (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) using structured, engaging instructional techniques.
• Assist students with classwork, homework, overdue assignments, and organization.
• Communicate regularly with school teachers to obtain assignments, progress updates, and expectations.

Program Integration & Collaboration

• Work closely with Day Treatment staff to integrate academic support with behavioral and therapeutic strategies.
• Collaborate with Qualified Professionals (QPs) to align academic goals with person-centered plans.
• Participate in treatment team meetings to provide academic progress updates and identify needed supports.

Classroom Structure & Management

• Maintain a structured, positive, and safe academic environment.
• Assist staff with student transitions, engagement strategies, and classroom behavior management.
• Create and maintain an academic schedule that supports both instructional and therapeutic programming.

Progress Monitoring & Documentation

• Track academic progress, assignment completion, attendance, and engagement.
• Prepare and distribute monthly progress reports to parents/guardians and schools as applicable
• Provide weekly reports to QPs and leadership regarding student academic performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation for academic interventions and collaboration with schools.

School & Family Communication

• Serve as the academic liaison between LGS, school districts, teachers, counselors, and parents.
• Attend school-based meetings (IEP meetings, 504 reviews, CFT meetings) as needed.
• Support families in understanding academic requirements, deadlines, and expectations.

Instructional Planning & Creativity

• Develop engaging educational activities, learning centers, and academic enrichment options.
• Promote academic motivation through creative incentives, interactive lessons, and learning tools.
• Adjust instructional approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Human Services, or related field
• Experience working with children or adolescents in an academic or behavioral support setting
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with schools, families, and clinical teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to commute to Monroe, NC

Preferred

• Experience in special education or alternative educational environments
• Familiarity with IEPs, 504 plans, and school accommodation processes
• Experience working with youth with behavioral or emotional challenges
• Ability to create engaging instructional activities and academic supports

Job Type

• Full-Time (preferred)
• Some part-time variations may be available depending on program needs

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Supportive team environment
• Inclusive hiring

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,000.00 - $4,400.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monroe, NC 28112 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $4,000 - $4,400