Academic Support Specialist
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHITTIER INC•Whittier, CA
•$0 - $21•Onsite
About The Position
The Academic Support Specialist is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Panda Center of Hope Academic Success Room and ensuring members receive consistent academic support aligned with program goals. This role focuses on creating a structured academic environment, providing tutoring support, monitoring member progress, and implementing academic enrichment activities that strengthen learning outcomes. The Academic Support Specialist works closely with program staff, volunteers, and families to ensure members receive the support necessary to succeed academically.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 48 College credits or pass equivalency exam
- 1+ years of relevant experience working with children and/or youth in an educational, recreational, or youth development setting
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with youth, families, and staff
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple activities, maintain required documentation, and follow program schedules
- Proficiency in using basic office technology and program-related tools or systems (e.g., email, attendance tracking systems, learning platforms)
- Ability to understand and comply with organizational policies, safety procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including child safety and mandated reporting requirements
- California Driver's License
- Relevant certifications or training CPR/First Aid, Mandated Reporter training
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children and/or youth in an educational, recreational, or youth development setting
- Experience working in a structured, youth-serving environment that requires adherence to policies, safety standards, and program guidelines
- Ability to effectively engage with youth, families, and staff in a fast-paced, interactive setting
Responsibilities
- Academic assistance and support with school assignments
- Providing daily homework help and tutoring for members ages 6-18
- Assisting members with reading, writing, math and other academics subjects
- Supporting members in understanding assignments rather than completing work for them.
- Facilitating small group tutoring sessions for members needing additional academic help
- Ensuring members complete homework before participating in recreational activities when appropriate
- Ensure a focused academic space where members can concentrate on learning
- Maintaining a quiet, organized, and welcoming study environment
- Establishing clear expectations for behavior and academic engagement
- Managing study tables and tutoring zones
- Providing age-appropriate academic resources and materials
- Creating a culture that values learning and academic responsibility
- Provide opportunities for members to strengthen their academic skills
- Leading weekly academic skill-building workshops
- Teaching study strategies and organization skills
- Supporting literacy development through reading activities
- Facilitating math skill reinforcement sessions
- Introducing STEM-based learning activities
- Ensure program is meeting goals by monitoring members’ progress throughout the year
- Tracking member participation in the Panda Center of Hope
- Monitoring homework completion
- Conducting academic check-ins with members
- Identifying members needing additional academic support
- Maintaining basic records of tutoring sessions and academic progress
- Work closely with staff members to support members academic success
- Coordinating with program leaders assisting with homework support
- Training volunteers or staff assisting in tutoring sessions
- Communicating with supervisors about members academic needs
- Sharing academic updates during staff meetings
- Informing parents about available academic support services
- Encouraging members to bring homework and school materials
- Communicating with families about academic progress when appropriate
- Providing information about educational resources
- Keep members engaged in learning by introducing enrichment and recognition opportunities.
- Organizing academic challenges and learning activities
- Implementing reading incentives or academic recognition programs
- Celebrating member academic improvements and achievements
- Encouraging a positive attitude toward learning
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
