Academic Coach/School Counselor

Company Overview

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. Join Catapult Learning and become a part of a national organization with a legacy of more than 45 years of student impact.  
Overview

Academic Coach/School Counselor Part-Time | Chicago, IL   

How you'll be there for students:  

Be their advocate, confidence builder, and difference maker.  

Play a critical role in supporting the behavioral, personal, emotional, and social development of students. With our resources and ongoing support, you can be wholly present and do what you love to do: create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment that fosters student growth and development.   

Responsibilities

As a Student Wellness professional at Catapult Learning, you will:

• Positively impact the educational, behavioral, social, and emotional welfare of every child with whom you engage.  
• Nurture student potential through personalized, small group, and classroom counseling, which may focus on academic, emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues. 
• Perform learning assessments (when requested and appropriate) of students' learning styles, strengths, and weaknesses—to shed light on academic performance and inform further referral. 
• As a beacon of knowledge and support, empower parents and school personnel by helping them access community resources that align with the unique needs of individual students and families. 
• Champion administrative excellence by completing paperwork that reflects accuracy and efficiency in every detail. 
• Stay at the forefront of current changes and trends in the field, equipping yourself with the tools and knowledge to deliver guidance and support to those you serve. 
• Forge a foundation of trust and reliability through a deep understanding of the rules and procedures set forth by the Company Counseling Policy and Procedure Manual, the funding source, and the individual school. 

How we'll be there for you:  We foster your well-being—health, financial, and work-life—to help you succeed and thrive. 

• An attractive and robust suite of benefits for part-time employees, including paid time off and a 401k program. 
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement. 
• Paid teacher training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support. 
• Carefully curated instructional toolkits that shorten the path to great lessons. 
• Scheduling 1:1 or small group instruction that is ideal for teachers who are new, experienced, or returning to the profession. 
• Employee assistance program. 
• Vacation, personal, and sick time available for employees

Qualifications

What we'll need from you: The positive, enthusiastic tutor we seek has these qualifications.

• Master's degree in counseling or related field. 
• State certification in counseling such as LPC or PEL with school counseling endorsement
• Experience working with students desired. 
• Ability to navigate online platforms for record keeping and communication.  

Wherever you are in your career, there's a place for you on our team.  

Be there for students at Catapult Learning partner schools in the way that works best for you: year-round and/or during summer, full-time or part-time. Our various career options empower educators to find a place that is right for this moment in their lives and careers.    

Be where you're meant to be. Apply today.  

About Catapult Learning   

Catapult Learning, a division of FullBloom, provides intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in K-12 schools.   We partner with 500+ school districts to produce positive outcomes that promote academic and professional growth. Catapult Learning is accredited by Cognia and has earned its 2022 System of Distinction honor.  

FullBloom could not realize its mission or meet its business goals without the unique talents and contributions of its diverse group of professionals. Our company culture, practices, and systems reflect our values in all that we do to create an authentic and welcoming environment for all. Learn more about our company culture and Core 5 Values here. 

FullBloom is an equal opportunity employer.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Pay Rate

USD $ USD $35.00 /Hr.

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