Academic Support Specialist

7 days ago


Rockford, Illinois, United States Galapagos Rockford Charter School Full time
Job Description

Galapagos Rockford Charter School is seeking a dedicated Academic Support Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with scholars, teachers, and support staff.

About the Role:

  • This full-time position requires working with scholars in small groups or one-to-one assignments to reinforce or follow up on learning activities, or intervention plans.
  • The successful candidate will assist all scholars by modeling appropriate behavior and attitudes, providing academic support and general guidance.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for collecting information on scholar progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate data trackers and progress records/logs.
  • The Academic Support Specialist will also support the operations team with clerical tasks, setup, and office duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of two years of study at an institution of higher education, defined as completion of 48 semester hours of college coursework, or equivalent experience.
  • Paid or volunteer experience working with or serving individuals with special needs or behavioral deficits is preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable.
  • The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented team player who is dedicated to getting the job done and driving scholar achievement and growth.

Estimated Salary:$43,000 - $53,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Why Work with Us:

At Galapagos Rockford Charter School, we value teamwork, creativity, and dedication to student success. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.



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