Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ACCEL Schools
Job overview
The Virtual Student Success Coach at ACCEL Schools supports K-12 students in a virtual public school setting by managing onboarding, interventions, and support services to enhance student engagement and academic success.
Responsibilities and impact
The coach facilitates onboarding for new and returning students, maintains support sessions, communicates with families, assists in admissions counseling, monitors student progress, collaborates with teachers and parents, conducts conferences, documents performance, and participates in professional development and re-enrollment activities.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a starting salary between $45,000 and $55,000 annually, with benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), life and disability insurance, 10 paid holidays, and 11 days of paid time off annually for 11-month staff, plus multiple health insurance plan options.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in education or related fields, experience as a teacher, tutor, counselor, or mentor, marketing experience, proficiency in computer applications, strong communication and data analysis skills, confidentiality management, and ability to work under pressure and with a distributed workforce.
Career development
The role involves collaboration with school leadership and national teams, participation in professional development activities, and opportunities to support innovative educational models within a growing network of schools.
Work environment and culture
ACCEL Schools values educational equity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment focused on student success through innovative and diverse educational models in urban, suburban, and rural communities.
Company information
ACCEL Schools is a network of over 80 public charter schools serving PK-12 students across the U.S., known for advocating school choice and addressing educational inequities with various innovative programs and recognized for exceptional education in under-resourced communities.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Virtual Preparatory Academy of Washington team, a K-12 online public school team focused on empowering students through personalized virtual learning and support.
Job location and travel
This is a virtual position open to Washington State residents, with occasional travel required for in-person state testing and student events.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines virtual coaching with required in-person attendance for key events, supporting a flexible yet engaged educational environment for students and families.
Company overview
ACCEL Schools is a prominent network of charter schools in the United States, dedicated to providing high-quality education through innovative teaching methods and personalized learning plans. They generate revenue primarily through public funding allocated for charter schools, supplemented by grants and donations. Founded in 2014, ACCEL Schools has rapidly expanded, now managing numerous schools across multiple states, and is known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. Their mission focuses on fostering student success through a rigorous curriculum and supportive learning environment.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience in student support, onboarding, and educational interventions, aligning closely with ACCEL Schools' focus on student success and engagement in a virtual environment.
Highlight your communication skills, both verbal and written, along with your ability to collaborate with families, teachers, and school leadership to support student outcomes and address barriers.
Apply through multiple channels including the ACCEL Schools corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Virtual Student Success Coach role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current ACCEL Schools employees in student services or virtual education divisions; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent posts about innovative education or asking about best practices for virtual student engagement.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'student onboarding,' 'educational interventions,' 'academic achievement,' 'student engagement,' and 'virtual support services' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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