OHDELA (The Ohio Distance & Electronic Learning Academy) is seeking motivated Virtual Engagement Coaches in Ohio who are dedicated to providing a superior education for all students in our upcoming 2022-2023 school year! ACCEL Schools uses a cutting-edge 21st-century curriculum, which can be accessed online and through a variety of traditional methods.

***Ohio residence is required for this position***

The Engagement Coach manages the delivery and implementation of core interventions and services for assigned students in accordance with Student Services initiatives and guidelines. They will provide oversight of educational interventions and supports to targeted student populations to assist with increased engagement, student learning outcomes, and successful completion of school (or grade level standards).

Essential Duties:

• Review transcripts and offer guidance to students and families on class selections in order to create schedule and confirm grade level placement
• Ongoing course planning and Academic counseling as required
• Serve as the primary point of contact for school administration in developing plans to address barriers to full achievement of attendance, academic, and behavioral goals
• Make welcome calls to new families
• Facilitate homeroom and implementation of a Social and Emotional Learning curriculum
• Responsible for tracking and reporting data as directed by supervisor
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, administrators, and other school staff to ascertain students' academic needs and create an academic remediation plan and provide support towards completion of plan
• Work with overage students and develop plan to help get back on track for graduation in coordination with teachers
• Provide research-based strategies to give students and parents the necessary skills and knowledge to help them communicate effectively with teachers and administrators in order to ensure student goals are met
• Facilitate individual and group training/support and provide academic resources to help students increase academic achievement
• Collaborate with students regularly to check in on progress in classes, keeping students accountable for achieving their academics, attendance, engagement, and behavioral goals
• Work in Partnership with teachers and parents on evaluation of student progress and implementation of student objectives
• Maintain effective communication with teaching staff on student progress and concerns
• Conduct conferences with parents and students, both in person and over the phone as needed
• Prepare for and/or attend student gatherings
• Provide parent workshops and other activities to ensure quality delivery of services
• Maintain accurate documentation of student performance, progress, needs, and academic support
• Travels to support testing efforts and school events within the state as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Services, Related Field
• 2+ years of experience in the K-12 educational setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite Products
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
• Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated.
• Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
• Customer service oriented
• Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members.
• Prior administrative assistance experience preferred.
• Prior experience working in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
• Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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