ACADEMIC COACH/TUTOR at Helix Charter High School
About the Employer
Helix Charter High School is a comprehensive high school, located in La Mesa, California, a suburb of San Diego. Helix has served its community as a traditional public high school from 1951 - 1996, then as a public charter school from 1998 to present. Helix was the first public comprehensive high school in California to convert to a charter high school, and while much about the educational program has changed to best serve the student population, the tradition of the school has remained. Helix boasts a history of academic excellence; outstanding arts, athletics, and activities; and it continues to serve as a community school, while welcoming those in the surrounding areas through its charter status. A STRONG MISSION Helix Charter High School provides a comprehensive education that prepares all students to graduate college-ready and equipped to reach their personal and academic potential. A CLEAR VISION In a college preparatory environment, Helix Charter High School strives to close the achievement gap through effective collaboration and innovative practices. OUR MAIN PURPOSE Our Main Purpose is to provide students with powerful learning experiences that help them gain the knowledge, skills, and insights that enable our students to make connections that transform their relationship to self, others, and the world. TITLE IX NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION Helix prohibits sex discrimination including sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions regarding sex discrimination or harassment to the Title IX Coordinator. The contact information for the Title IX Coordinator, Helix’s Title IX notice of nondiscrimination, and additional information regarding your rights under Title IX are available on the Helix website at: www.helixcharter.net/titleix
Job Summary
Job Summary
Academic Coaches support students with their academics in small groups as a tutor and mentor in a structured school day support program.You will be trained in and practice classroom managment, effective feedback, student engagement and more. This unique teacher preparatory environment is an exceptional opportunity for those considering education related career paths. Helix is a national recognized school of excellence and the Academic Support program is an intregal part of our schools success.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
HELIX CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
ACADEMIC COACH POSITION
Academic Coaches will work with students, parents, community and staff to promote Helix Charter High School’s Mission and Vision for all students. Academic Coaches are committed to social-emotional, personal and academic growth. They are also committed to providing an academic environment that promotes respect, student achievement and college readiness. The Academic Coaches are also committed to working collaboratively with teachers and GLTs to form teams that take collective responsibility to improve student achievement.
This job reports to the Academic Support Coordinator.
Essential Functions
Provide academic support to students in a classroom setting while ensuring a safe, positive, and productive learning environment.
Maintains files and records on students (e.g. daily attendance information, conduct and academic performance information, instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and providing reliable information to Academic Support Coordinator and GLTs.
Arrive on time, clock in and out daily, provide students with a positive model for success. Professional dress is required.
Follow the directives of the Academic Support Coordinator to complete/maintain records on each student. Adhere to performance/integrity standards. To be eligible for rehire each term you must show growth on each term evaluation.
Experience Job related experience Education High School diploma/ 48 completed college units
Required Testing As required for position Continuing Educ./Training On-going
Certificates & Licenses 48 college credits, hours or an AA degree
Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance TB Clearance
Requirements / Qualifications
RESUME COVER LETTER - Please include your interest in an educational career if applicable. PROMPT RESPONSE - The Academic Support program is an integral part of Helix’s Pyramid of Interventions and is designed to deliver multiple levels of academic intervention. During the school day, Academic Coaches work in varied environments providing one-on-one and small group academic intervention for the diverse student community of Helix. Address the significance of having such a school day program on a campus with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, 55% free and reduced lunch and 2500 students. Additionally, explain how your experience and/or career goals would make you an asset to this program.
Requirements / Qualifications
RESUME COVER LETTER - Please include your interest in an educational career if applicable. PROMPT RESPONSE - The Academic Support program is an integral part of Helix’s Pyramid of Interventions and is designed to deliver multiple levels of academic intervention. During the school day, Academic Coaches work in varied environments providing one-on-one and small group academic intervention for the diverse student community of Helix. Address the significance of having such a school day program on a campus with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, 55% free and reduced lunch and 2500 students. Additionally, explain how your experience and/or career goals would make you an asset to this program.
Comments and Other Information
We are looking to fill out staffing for the fall term Please include your interest in an educational career if applicable.
Pay begins at $24.63 hr. Part time = 26.25 hrs per week
Interviews are scheduled year round
Must be at least 2 years out of High School
Must be available for the full schedule
Competence with tutoring Algebra 1 is expected.
Schedule 1
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:15AM to 1:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30AM to 3:00 PM*
Friday 8:15AM to 1:15PM
Schedule 2
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:45AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30AM to 3:00 PM*
Friday 9:45AM to 3:15PM
* 7:30 - 8:15 Weekly Staff Development
Comments and Other Information
We are looking to fill out staffing for the fall term Please include your interest in an educational career if applicable.
Pay begins at $24.63 hr. Part time = 26.25 hrs per week
Interviews are scheduled year round
Must be at least 2 years out of High School
Must be available for the full schedule
Competence with tutoring Algebra 1 is expected.
Schedule 1
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:15AM to 1:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30AM to 3:00 PM*
Friday 8:15AM to 1:15PM
Schedule 2
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:45AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday 7:30AM to 3:00 PM*
Friday 9:45AM to 3:15PM
* 7:30 - 8:15 Weekly Staff Development
Application Deadline
12/15/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/28/2021
Number of Openings
8
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
STARTING AT $24.63 PER HOUR
Length of Work Year
August 4, 2023 - June 6, 2024
Employment Type
Part Time