Academic Coach Rover

Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe•Kingston, WA

2d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Coach Rover provides academic coaching support to S’Klallam students in grades K–12 across multiple schools and grade levels as assigned. Under the direction of the High School Teacher/Academic Coach Supervisor, the role identifies students’ talents and areas for improvement and helps them develop skills to advance academically toward future endeavors. The rover is cross-trained in Academic Coach duties to provide coverage during absences, vacancies, or periods of high need. The position supports the academic, social, and cultural climate for S’Klallam students and works collaboratively with school district staff, the Career and Education Academic Coach Supervisor/Teacher, and the Education Director. The role reports to the High School Teacher/Academic Coach Supervisor as stated in the description; assignments are also made by the Career and Education Program Manager. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, based at the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe in Kingston, Washington. The position may involve local, statewide, and out-of-state travel, including occasional travel to trainings, and may require home visits and availability for after-school tutoring. Compensation is $20.95–$27.24 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate’s degree required, or ability to obtain one within two years.
Valid Washington State driver’s license.
Knowledge of childhood academic, social, and physical development.
Obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
Pass a state background check upon hire.
Maintain confidentiality; breach of confidentiality is grounds for immediate dismissal.
Communicate clearly and concisely with courtesy and respect.
Ability to establish positive relationships with and instruct school-aged youth.
Strong Math, Science, English, and Social Studies skills.
Ability to organize and coordinate activities with assistance from the classroom teacher.
Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills and work habits.
Ability to take initiative and assist as needed.
Ability to travel locally, statewide, and out of state as required.
Regular ability to handle objects and reach with hands and arms; frequent walking, sitting, and standing; occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds; normal audio and visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide academic coaching services to students in grades K–12 at multiple school sites as assigned.
Cross-train in Academic Coach duties, grade levels, and school sites, and provide coverage during absences, vacancies, or periods of high need.
Assist with instructional and non-instructional services for S’Klallam students.
Connect students with other resources as needed.
Build rapport with students and work collaboratively with teams or independently as needed.
Promote and coordinate S’Klallam cultural activities.
Identify, monitor, and report student performance in academic achievement, attendance, and behavior, and enter information into the tribal database.
Submit written monthly reports to the Education Program Manager.
Schedule students for individual or small-group instruction and provide feedback on progress to students, parents, and teachers when appropriate.
Coordinate and implement the awards program.
Maintain confidentiality of all information collected, reported, or filed, including student records.
Conduct home visits with families or students when needed and be available for after-school tutoring.
Attend regular staff meetings and participate in NKSD Inter-Tribal Parent Education Committee meetings and other meetings as requested.
Support communication and connections among S’Klallam families, NKSD staff and administration, and tribal representatives and services.
Assist with parent-teacher conferences and attend 504/IEP meetings when requested.
Attend MTSS meetings at the assigned school.
Lead group classes during summer school.
Work effectively under pressure, maintain dependable attendance and punctuality, and adapt to changes in plans or activities on short notice.
Fulfill mandatory reporting obligations applicable to tribal employees and contractors providing community services in education, health and human services, law enforcement, or clergy.