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About Galin Education
Job Description
About Galin Education
Galin Education (www.galined.com) is an education company that works with students as they prepare for and apply to college. We work with students one-on-one and in small groups for tutoring, test prep, and admissions counseling for college and graduate school. Galin Education also works with a variety of education organizations throughout the country, including schools, camps and educational technology companies.
Academic Coach Job Posting
At Galin, our Academic Coaches work one-on-one with middle school, high school, and college students to help them become successful in school and life. Our coaches provide students with the executive function and academic skills to be successful now and in the future. When working with students, coaches will teach methods to plan and manage their time, prioritize, become more organized, and process information through note-taking, studying, and reading. Our coaches must be able to create strong relationships with students, increase their confidence, and help them overcome challenges.
Prerequisites:
- Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or Graduate school student preferred
- Experience working with students in grades 6-12 and college, preferably students with ADHD, anxiety, or other learning struggles
- Candidates who are currently or working towards becoming Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Special Education teachers, or general education teachers are preferred.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in-person, via phone, and email with parents of students
- Availability to work at least 5 hours per week.
- Flexibility in evenings and/or weekends
- Commitment of at least 12 months
Characteristics:
- Personable, and able to connect with students and their parents
- Flexible and easy-going
- Responsive and prompt
- Have a passion for teaching others
- Willing to learn and be coached
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