Academic Enrichment And Student Support Coordinator

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Academic Enrichment and Student Support Coordinator
West Catholic Preparatory High School
4501 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
Overview of High School
Founded in 1916, West Catholic Preparatory High School has enjoyed a rich history of preparing young people to be competitive in the college setting and the career world. The challenging academic curriculum, competitive athletics program and engaging activities complement each other to foster courage, character, and leadership.
West Catholic Preparatory High School Mission Statement
West Catholic Preparatory High School is a Catholic community of academic excellence in an urban environment that is open to an interdenominational population. The school's rigorous spiritual, academic, technological, and co-curricular programs develop our ethnically and religiously diverse student body into young men and women of strong moral and ethical character. West Catholic prepares each student to face the challenges of everyday life in an ever- changing global society.
West Catholic Preparatory High School Belief Statement
At West Catholic Preparatory Catholic High, we believe our education...

• Inspires a life-long commitment to service, especially to those in need
• Is grounded in the Catholic message of gospel values;
• Is a ministry that participates in God's saving work;
• Develops each person's full potential-spiritually, intellectually, socially and physical;
• Inspires a life-long commitment to service, especially to those in need;
• Promotes learning in a collaborative effort between home and school;

• Fosters mutual respect among students, teachers, administrators, and all members of the school community
• Should be made available to all students regardless of ethnicity, religious affiliation or socio-economic status;
• Encourages respect for and an understanding of our multicultural family.

Job Overview:
The Academic Enrichment and Student Support Coordinator plays a pivotal role in the academic and personal development of students at our institution. This position is primarily focused on matriculating ninth-grade students, with a special emphasis on Fitzgerald Scholars. The coordinator will develop and implement Academic Enrichment programs, mentorship initiatives, and intervention strategies to support students' academic, personal, and career goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Execution:

• Facilitate after-school academic tutoring programs, including coordination with tutors and maintenance of attendance records.
• Organize monthly activities and meetings with the Fitzgerald Cohort of Students to enhance learning opportunities.
• Coordinate and execute summer enrichment programs for incoming ninth-grade students.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with 9th Grade Teachers, Guidance Counselors and Administration (Principal, Dean of Students, Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs) on student concerns and intervention plans.
• Coordinate with teachers for content-specific tutoring and after-school activities.
• Facilitate monthly 9th Grade Teacher Meetings and facilitate digital referral systems for freshman concerns.

Goal Setting and Tracking:

• Create academic intervention plans and trauma-specific interventions for students, providing resources to support both students and their families.
• Identify and support high-risk 9th-grade students with tailored academic intervention plans.
• Hold monthly and weekly check-in meetings with 9th graders and Students of concern, respectively.
• Monitor student data, growth, progress, and trends

Parental Communication:

• Effectively communicate with parents/guardians of 9th grade students when appropriate and necessary.
• Conduct regular phone calls to parents of students of concern, maintaining digital records of these communications.

• Assume additional responsibilities as delegated by the Assistant Principal of Academic Affairs.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience in academic program coordination, student counseling, academic intervention, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Capable of establishing and upholding professional relationships with students, while ensuring their accountability.
• Proficiency in data management and digital tools (e.g., Google Sheets).
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including students, parents, faculty, and administration.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to Mr. Mike Field, Principal, mfield@westcatholic.org
Please include "Academic Enrichment and Student Support Coordinator" in the subject line.
This is a 12 month position.
The deadline for applications is January 2, 2024.
Interviews will be granted to the most qualified applicants.
PA required clearances and Safe Environment Certification and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.
As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee's failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual's legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.
Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
In keeping with Church teachings on social justice, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, benefits and access to training.
As a religious organization, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason, there may be occasions when an employee's failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related decisions. In the event an employee fails to adhere to, or takes a position publicly that is contrary to, Catholic doctrine and teachings, or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese, the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Employment practices will not be influenced by an individual's legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local, state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.
Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type
of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment
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