Ben Davis University Learning Coach

Early College is seeking candidate for the position of Learning Coach. This is a part-time position in which the successful candidate will be integrated into our Early College program at Ben Davis University High School (BDU)

The Learning Coach position is designed to provide one-on-one or small group support for early college students at Ben Davis University High School. The Learning Coach will work closely with teachers to monitor academic progress of students who are struggling with courses in the early college setting. Ben Davis University High School has an early college partnership between Vincennes University and MSD of Wayne Township School District. Located on the Westside of Indianapolis, IN.

Duties/Responsibilities:

? Provide academic support for academically at-risk students

? Customize and craft effective plans that address student weaknesses and strengths

? Assist, evaluate, develop and integrate the students in learning

? Motivate students and provide them with confidence to feel successful

? Foster meaningful relationships with students and faculty

? Develop study skills specifically tailored to the students’ needs

? Teach referred students how to learn by providing students with study skills and study habits

? Demonstrate excellent writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills 

? Evaluate students’ progress in order to document improvements or identify additional areas of improvement.

? Provide ongoing communication with teachers, parents, students, and counselors regarding academic progress of individual students who are referred to them by counselors/teachers to receive assistance and academic support

? Support the vision of the VU Early College Program

? Provide support during student registration, course selection and student academic audits.

? Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by administrators.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills.

· Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and planning skills

· Knowledge of general office management systems and procedures.

· Ability to operate general office equipment.

· Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, or similar software.

· Ability to learn and operate Learning Management Systems of various partners and VU.

· Ability to maintain confidential information.

· Ability to work with partner sites, students, and families with various backgrounds.

· Ability to multi-task between projects.

· Ability to work independently and with a team.

Minimum qualifications:

· High School Diploma or equivalent required.

· Applications must have an earned Baccalaureate degree or higher. 

Benefits:

· This position is not benefit eligible.

Physical Demands:

Normal physical demands for successful work in a normal office environment. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Ability to utilize hands for general office work including typing, filing, answering telephones, and writing.

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application.