ACADEMIC COACH (STEP UP DAY SCHOOL)

Fremont County School District Number 25

Riverton, Wyoming

Academic Coach

Reports to: School Administrator(s)

Supervises: None

Approved/Revised Date: July 17, 2024

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Substitute Teaching Certificate
• Academic knowledge in secondary and/or elementary core subject areas
• Knowledge of teaching techniques and academic programs
• Relevant life experience that relates to work with at risk youth
• Adept at building positive relationships with staff, students and stakeholders
• Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Experienced in various Computer/Technology tools
• Mandt trained or willingness to be trained

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED  QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Teaching experience
• Bachelor's degree. Further preference will be given for degree(s) in Education, counseling, applied social science or similar orientation
• Background in PBIS and Restorative Justice  

POSITION SUMMARY

To build positive, trusting relationships with assigned students and assist them as they work to meet

their academic goals. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct individualized tutorial sessions for assigned students with academic deficiencies; helps to determine what skill areas require additional assistance.
• Design and implement exercises and activities to facilitate assigned students’ academic improvement.
• Assist with the maintenance of records required to document assigned students’ attendance and academic progress.
• Help to determine students’ needs for assistance in other areas such as counseling and makes referrals as necessary.
• Help students develop independent study skills and organization techniques to help improve their academic performance.
• Communicate proactively with teaching staff, students, parents and building administrators as applicable. 
• Report to the school administrator if unsatisfactory progress is observed in tutoring sessions.
• May be involved in arranging or assisting various special academic programs which are in addition to normal tutorial sessions.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills
• Works independently with little direct supervision
• Works as part of a team
• Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated
• Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve District goals
• Displays effective multitasking and time management skills

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies and regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. 

EVALUATION

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of certified or classified personnel.

SALARY SCHEDULE

This position will be paid according to the approved Classified Student Support Salary Schedule.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Teacher School Year Calendar 5 days, unless otherwise assigned by supervisor. 

CLEARANCES

Employment is contingent on a local, state, and federal criminal background clearance.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary : $31,614 - $37,386