METCO Academic Coordinator

Diversity Equity Inclusion Mission Statement Marblehead Public Schools is committed to sustaining an inclusive environment that fosters belonging and acceptance. We apply an equitable, culturally relevant lens to students' social, emotional, physical, and academic development. MPS sees the power of diversity. We support proactive allies. We respect and affirm the unique identities of all people across dis/ability, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, nationality, sexuality, socioeconomic status, race, and religion. Through holistic practices, we cultivate awareness and agency to grow conscience-minded, empathetic citizens. MPS is committed to an introspective process. We provide ongoing opportunities for learning, reflection, and sharing with all stakeholders. Marblehead Public Schools is committed to providing a quality education to all students Responsibilities: •Consult regularly with teachers and guidance counselors to assess the academic and social programs of the Boston resident students •Coordination after-school sessions; ensuring students are at designated after school activities. •Be available for students in-school and after-school for academic support, social support via lunch groups or individual meetings and small groups during the school day; •Serve as a liaison between the student, parent and school to resolve issues; •Assist Boston resident families as needed •Work in conjunction with METCO Director and principal to establish programs that will support students and their academic growth; •Meet regularly with METCO Director to discuss students growth, progress and advocate for students and families when necessary; •Provide METCO Director bi-weekly reports on students •Supervise students •Develop and implement activities for students •Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments •Assisting students with projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks. •Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom •Teaching skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions •Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments, including research and writing tactics •Developing and distributing teaching materials to supplement classroom lessons, including study guides •Conducting practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation •Providing students positive and constructive feedback •Offering feedback on progress to students’ parents and teachers where appropriate. •Attend several METCO sponsored events throughout the year Job Types: •(1) Full-Time Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree or higher in any concentration preferred • Paid or unpaid formal or informal experience (1 years) with any kind of teaching, tutoring, or mentoring • Eligibility to work in the U.S. • Well-versed in subject areas, specifically STEAM at middle and high school level. Not required, but is a bonus: • Have a teaching certificate, state certification, or ESL experience. Diversity Equity Inclusion Mission Statement Marblehead Public Schools is committed to sustaining an inclusive environment that fosters belonging and acceptance. We apply an equitable, culturally relevant lens to students' social, emotional, physical, and academic development. MPS sees the power of diversity. We support proactive allies. We respect and affirm the unique identities of all people across dis/ability, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, language, nationality, sexuality, socioeconomic status, race, and religion. Through holistic practices, we cultivate awareness and agency to grow conscience-minded, empathetic citizens. MPS is committed to an introspective process. We provide ongoing opportunities for learning, reflection, and sharing with all stakeholders.