Expanded Learning Academic Coach (Elmhurst Middle School)

Job Title: Expanded Learning Program- Academic College & Career Program Instructor (PI)

The purpose of the Academic Program Instructor is to provide academic support, coaching and intervention in a safe, supportive, engaging and interactive learning environment, in alignment with the 12 quality standard. This position has a specific focus on increasing academic performance and helping students learn the skills to prepare for their futures. Program Instructors are expected to facilitate classrooms of 10-20 students and create engaging activities and lesson plans.

$500 Sign-On Bonus after 90 Days of Employment

*Please note that rehires within three (3) years are not eligible for the sign-on bonus

Benefits

• Pay rate: $23 per hour DOE
• Hours per week: 22-25 hours, plus PD
• 16 paid BACR holidays
• Off during school holidays and weekends
• Dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, mental health/wellness benefit, FSA (commuter, medical, dependent)

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have an (a) Associate Degree or higher, or (b) 48 or more college units, or (c) High School Diploma or GED and pass Instructional Aide exam
• Must pass criminal background check and TB test clearance
• Must meet be able to work everyday during after school hours and commit to a academic school year (hire date through mid-June) required for the position
• Must have a general knowledge base of core elementary/middle school subjects
• Must possess strong classroom and behavioral management skills
• Must be able to communicate openly and professionally with students, staff, parents, community partners, and school day staff
• Must have basic technology & computer skills (word, email, google drive, etc.).

Responsibilities: (responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to)

• Provide Academic Coaching, resources, planning and goal setting to ensure high school and college success

• Develop skill building workshops related to academic success and life skills

• Create, plan and facilitate academic activities based on students' skill level and state educational standards

• Develop academic intervention plans in partnership with teachers and students

• Develop age appropriate lesson plans: Clearly explain instructions for all assignments. (Must include learning targets, instructional strategies and Social Emotional Learning Activities that are in alignment with the 12 quality standards).

• Promote a safe and positive classroom environment & actively supervise and ensure student safety at all times.

• Model positive and proactive attitudes, behaviors, and language that is professional and kid-friendly.

• Attend and actively participate in all staff and agency trainings’ & meetings.

• Collaborate and communicate regularly with Coordinator, program staff, day staff and stakeholders.

• Must have active knowledge of the CQI process as outlined in the EXL Handbook.

About Us

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

Visit our website at www.bacr.org.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.