Best Foot Forward hiring College Academic Coach- Part-Time in Boca Raton, Florida, United States | LinkedIn
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Best Foot Forward is a nonprofit based in Boca Raton, serving at-risk and foster care students throughout Palm Beach County. We are looking for a College Academic Coach to join our incredible team! The College Academic Coach will assist as our students navigate their college courses, helping them develop skills and habits that contribute to their success in college, and beyond. These include academic and career goal setting, learning strategies, time management and organization, self-regulation and self-efficacy.
This is a part-time (hourly, 24-28 hours per week) position, with some work from home flexibility.
Best Foot Forward is a growing agency with an exceptional work environment.
Job Responsibilities
Monitor progress of students in caseload with regular check-ins and communication
Provide guidance and support to students with regard to their academic progress
Review syllabi and class material: track due dates and deadlines for all course work
Assist students in identifying, developing and implementing learning strategies, study skills, and organizational skills including the use of an agenda or calendar to complete assignments and study for tests.
Help students manage their workload and communicate with school personnel as needed
Assist students in developing self-efficacy by identifying and overcoming obstacles that may be impeding academic success; work with students to learn strong time management and organization skills; motivate students to practice self-regulation and take ownership of their academic success
Address students' questions, concerns and needs promptly
Provide rewards and incentives to facilitate positive student practices and habits
Coordinate tutoring as needed
Be aware of useful tools and resources on campuses
Be aware of important dates such as drop/add and withdrawal dates
Collaborate with college team regularly
Complete weekly student progress reports
Skills And Qualifications
Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
Be able to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
Exercise patience and flexibility with students
Be able to multitask and problem solve
Be able to meet schedules and deadlines
Have reliable transportation
Must have bachelor's degree or higher
If you are excited about the opportunity to join our dynamic team, please submit your resume, along with your salary requirements, to dellman@bestfoot.org. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how your skills and experience align with our agency's goals!
Salary: $20 - $23 per hour
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