Academic Coach - AMIkids Multi Service Home - ALBQ

AMIkids
life insurance, paid holidays, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
3409 Pan American Freeway Northeast (Show on map)
Nov 11, 2024
Description Albuquerque Multi-service Group Home operated by AMIkids Sandoval provides emergency transitional living and supportive services for males ages 13-18 referred by protective services, juvenile justice, parental unit, or tribal social services based on a finding/suspected finding of abuse, neglect, delinquency, substance use, or other at-risk problems. The Academic Coach ensures youth focus on academic studies while building effective advisory relationships with youth. Uses a variety of tools to engage youth while working in assigned curriculum and applies various educational support strategies to that meet youth individualized needs. Works closely with educational staff to monitor the youth academic progress and provide academic support. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Monitor youth utilization of online curriculum, Utilize various instructional resources to support academic instruction, Always serve as an advisor and positive role model for youth, Apply appropriate classroom management techniques and reports escalated behaviors to site-based administration, Lead youth in daily and/or weekly advisory sessions to monitor youth academic progress, Provide intervention strategies, when needed, to assist youth with course pacing and understanding, Meet with youth and parents/guardians to discuss challenges and obstacles engaging in the curriculum, Support workforce development activities and career pathways for all eligible youth, Empower youth through effective incentives and monitoring strategies, Utilize a hands-on approach when tutoring youth, Adhere to compliance requirements for program implementation, Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance, Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization, Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with National standards, Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements, Actively participate in day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, ground maintenance and equipment relocation, Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Training and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred, Two (2) years of experience working with middle or high school-aged youths. What's in it for you? As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Growth opportunities - we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D PTO & Paid Holidays Wellness Benefits - EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc. Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more. Qualifications Education Associates of General (preferred) High School of General (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)