CAVA - Engagement Coach

CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY AT LOS ANGELES•Simi Valley, CA

22h•Remote

About The Position

The Engagement Coach supports student success through targeted outreach, onboarding, and ongoing support to increase student engagement, participation, and academic achievement. This position collaborates with students, families, teachers, staff, and administrators to identify barriers, connect students with resources, and support successful participation in the educational program. Through data-informed support, family communication, progress monitoring, and engagement strategies, the Engagement Coach helps improve student outcomes and strengthen connections within the school community.

Requirements

Must reside in the state of California.
Prior experience working with at-risk youth.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Detail oriented.
Able to balance and complete multiple projects accurately and on time.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Google Suite.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with both students and adults.
Self-directed but comfortable working as part of a team.
Ability to travel to events, as assigned.
Experience moderating web meetings for small and large groups.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree desired or relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Support the onboarding of new students and families to promote successful transition into the school community and increase engagement with the educational program.
Host summer or winter engagement sessions as needed to welcome and support incoming families.
Provide email outreach to assigned onboarding students.
Complete and log Welcome contacts with new families as assigned.
Host live orientation and Q&A sessions as required.
Assist learning coaches and students by answering questions, troubleshooting barriers, and providing additional or individualized support to ensure students can access instruction, participate consistently, and successfully engage with school.
Under the direction of the Lead Engagement Coach, coordinate student support with other members of the Compass Team, teachers, staff, and administrators to implement all aspects of the Compass support program.
Support assigned student caseloads by monitoring engagement, identifying needs, providing targeted support, and connecting students and families with appropriate resources.
Hold required student conferences and support sessions to monitor progress, promote engagement, address barriers, and support academic success.
Develop email and newsletter resources to keep students and families informed of classroom activities and learning goals.
Provide social-emotional learning resources to students and families, as required, and as needed.
Host weekly Continuing Care sessions to provide opportunities for peer engagement, additional support, and Q & A.
Create and maintain resources for students.
Maintain detailed documentation on support provided to and communication with each student/family.
Communicate consistently with teachers and administrators to coordinate support for students.
Use engagement, attendance, academic, and participation data to identify student needs, guide supports, monitor progress, and adjust interventions.
Attend meetings, conferences, and trainings that support implementation of student engagement strategies, program goals, identified student needs, and responsibilities aligned with the purpose of the position.
Support the coordination and administration of assessments, including make-up testing, to promote student participation and support improved student outcomes.
Participate in school activities and initiatives that support student engagement, family connection, academic success, and program goals.
Perform other program-related duties, as assigned, that are consistent with the funding source, the approved program plan, and the allowable and intended uses of funds for the position.