Academic Coach- Zion Benton Hs

Academic Coaches are at the root of our growth as an organization and our program’s greatest resource. Join today and help make a difference in the lives of students as an Academic Coach.

Who We Are

Schuler is a private, non-profit college access program. We currently serve over 800 high school and college Scholars in partnership with 15 high schools spread throughout Chicagoland and two locations in Milwaukee. 

What Our Goal Is 

The Schuler Scholar Program equips high-achieving and underrepresented students to gain access to and succeed at highly selective colleges and beyond.

What We Stand For

• Always Personal Best: We believe in lifelong learning – personal improvement never ends.
• One Scholar at a Time: We believe in the boundless promise of every Scholar.
• All In: We believe shared success drives superior results for all our stakeholders – Scholars, families, partners, and staff.
• Innovative Mindset: We believe in pursuing new and imaginative solutions to benefit our Scholars.

What Makes Us A Unique College Access Program

• Holistic approach- academic skills support focused on college readiness, college counseling, personal development and leadership, mentoring, and cultural awareness
• Level of support- group and individual, responsive to Scholar needs
• Length of program- 4 years of HS, into and throughout college, and beyond

What A Day in the Life of an Academic Coach Is Like

The Schuler Scholar Program is seeking an Academic Coach who will deliver Schuler programs and serve as a mentor for Scholars at Zion Benton High School in Zion, IL. Academic Coaches work directly with Scholars in one-on-one and in group settings. Candidates should be passionate about working with students from diverse backgrounds, including first generation college students. The qualified candidate will display strong academic achievement, be highly organized, possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills and effectively work independently as well as in teams. Experience with providing academic support and mentorship to learners is a plus.

Responsibilities:

1. Primary:
   1. Serve as an academic mentor and coach for a caseload of Scholars (approximately 21-29 20-min meeting/wk)
   2. Facilitate 1:1 Schuler program sessions, focusing on topics including time management, study strategies, self-advocacy, workload management, identity exploration, academic skill-building, and building healthy academic habits for success in high school and college.
      1. Implement individualized academic interventions (Tier 1 & Tier 2) under the direction and guidance of the Educational Counselor.
   3. Facilitate large group (20-30 Scholars) after school sessions that focus on academic success and college readiness
   4. Maintain comprehensive note taking system and academic data-tracking for Scholar caseload
2. Secondary
   1. Plan and chaperone  Scholars to cultural exposures including theater, ballet, opera, and museums
   2. Lead or support other required school based projects (e.g. Scholar Selection Process, Summer College Program Application process)
3. Occasional:
   1. Chaperone Scholars as needed to a variety of Schuler sponsored events including after school and weekend events
   2. Chaperone trips (week-long college visits, leadership camp)
   3. Plan and facilitate a range of summer programs

Every year we seek Academic Coach candidates who can speak Spanish. Because a significant portion of our Scholars come from Spanish speaking families, it is critical to have Spanish Coordinators to assist in both oral and written Spanish communication.

Academic Coaches receive program specific training throughout the school year. Schuler ensures that Academic Coaches feel prepared, confident and supported while working with students and facilitating programs. Academic Coaches can also take advantage of various professional development opportunities.

What Core Competencies Make An Academic Coach Successful

• Coaching and Mentoring
• Listening
• Planning and Organizing
• Development and Continual Learning

What We Offer

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans, 403(B) with employee match, generous PTO, and more.

Salary

$38,250.

Requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Work and Covid Policy

The Schuler Scholar Program is currently operating on site at all of our locations.  Staff are required to be vaccinated and will consider accommodations for medical and religious-based reasons.

We live our Schuler Values every day in everything we do:

Always Personal Best  |  All In  |  1 Scholar at a Time  |  Innovative Mindset

To learn more about the Schuler Scholar Program, visit our website at www.schulerprogram.org.

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