KaiPod Learning Site Director/Learning Coach IN PERSON 26-27 SY
About The Position
KaiPod Learning brings together small groups (pods) of 10–12 students who live nearby and are enrolled in online or homeschool programs. We provide a safe, structured, and engaging in-person environment where students can thrive socially and academically, while parents gain peace of mind. At the heart of each pod is a KaiPod Learning Coach. The Lead Learning Coach is the central hub of a two-person pod. This role is responsible for the overall success of the site—academically, operationally, and relationally—while working in close partnership with a Learning Coach. Lead Learning Coaches create learning spaces where students are safe, supported, focused, and excited to learn. They serve as mentors, academic guides, enrichment facilitators, and trusted partners to families—while also owning the operational and team leadership functions of the pod. In this role, you'll build meaningful relationships with students and their families, support academic growth and guide enrichment activities, and help shape a positive, inclusive culture in your pod. Unlike traditional classroom roles, students follow their own online school or homeschool curriculum, and your role is to personalize their experience through goal-setting, coaching, executive functioning support, and social facilitation. You will also own the operations of your site, including scheduling, family communication, safety planning, and budget, and lead and support your partnering Learning Coach. The role offers autonomy to make learning joyful, planning field trips, hosting theme days, and launching clubs.
Requirements
- Active Florida state teaching certificate
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 6 years of teaching experience
- Experience working with students with neurodiversities
- Deeply knows and motivates students
- Familiar with academic standards and core content areas (ELA, math, science, social studies)
- Skilled in supporting executive functioning and neurodiverse learners
- Tech-savvy and comfortable navigating multiple online platforms
- Creates environments where students feel safe, connected, and excited to learn
- Plans and delivers daily engaging enrichment activities tailored to student interests
- Communicates proactively and professionally with families
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong sense of initiative
- Comfortable owning operational responsibilities: budget, safety, scheduling, and logistics
- Makes decisions with clarity and knows when to handle versus escalate
- Ensures nothing falls through the cracks and that the pod runs with structure and intention
- Connected—or eager to connect—to your local homeschool or parent community
- Willing to represent your pod at community events and share about the KaiPod model
- Passionate about building strong relationships with families and students
- Open to feedback and committed to personal growth
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and flexible in a dynamic startup environment
Responsibilities
- Oversee and monitor academic goals with students and families quarterly
- Analyze academic data (MAP, Lexia, Zearn, etc.) and adjust learning plans accordingly
- Ensure all students receive regular academic conferencing—consistent check-ins on progress, goals, and growth
- Support student engagement through passion projects and meaningful work
- Deliver two daily enrichments of 60 minutes each, driven by curiosity and hands-on learning
- Create an inclusive, safe, and purposeful environment where students enjoy learning and socializing
- Facilitate daily enrichment activities and encourage student voice and collaboration
- Support students in developing life skills: communication, problem-solving, and empathy
- Ensure every student feels safe, known, and comfortable
- Serve as the first point of escalation for family questions or concerns
- Provide weekly newsletters, monthly calendars, and regular learning notes
- Share updates proactively—before families need to ask
- Support onboarding of new families and maintain accurate student records
- Manage ordering, inventory, and budget (monthly and annually)
- Ensure the space is functional, safe, and well-maintained
- Maintain safety plans, conduct quarterly drills, and stay current on compliance
- Coordinate scheduling, substitutes, and staffing coverage
- Set up your partnering Learning Coach for success—clear workflows, guidance, and support
- Hold monthly reflection and planning meetings with your partnering Learning Coach
- Support onboarding and training of new coaches
- Collaborate across sites and contribute to broader KaiPod team initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
