Mentor Coach

About Us:

At Expanded Learning Academy, we believe in the potential of every student to succeed. Our program is a beacon of positive character building, driven by the philosophy that equipping students with the right tools can break down barriers to success. We're dedicated to fostering self-advocacy and leadership skills while removing inequitable obstacles that stand in the way of a brighter future.

Position: STORM Coach

Role Overview:

As a STORM Coach, you'll play a vital role in leading, guiding, and empowering groups of students through a transformative journey. You'll help them develop essential life skills, cultivate emotional intelligence, practice mindfulness, embrace healthy nutrition habits, and nurture physical fitness. Through engaging sessions, you'll foster a culture of empathy, responsibility, and action, while instilling the values of kindness, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead students in reciting the 6 Promises, setting a shared mindset for success.
• Engage students in fun and interactive calisthenic exercises, providing opportunities for leadership development.
• Design and facilitate sessions centered around Leadership Skills, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Mindfulness, Healthy Nutrition, and Physical Fitness.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for students to explore and express emotions.
• Guide students in identifying and managing their emotions through contextualization and coping strategies.
• Incorporate team-building activities and games to enhance understanding of healthy nutrition and its benefits.
• Celebrate and highlight Role Model actions taken by students during lessons, encouraging positive behaviors and leadership.

Desired Qualifications and Attributes:

• Passion for education, positive character building, and guiding students to reach their full potential.
• Strong background in education, counseling, coaching, or a related field.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Empathetic and patient, able to create a safe space for open communication.
• Enthusiastic about promoting healthy lifestyles and mindfulness.
• Experience in teaching or facilitating SEL techniques and coping strategies.
• Leadership experience and a knack for fostering leadership skills in students.
• Commitment to inclusivity, equity, and dismantling barriers to success.
• Strong organizational skills to plan and execute engaging sessions.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with students, parents, and colleagues effectively.

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