Middle School Student Academic and Engagement Coach

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: NC Teaching Certification Preferred

Residency Requirements: Must reside in North Carolina

The Student Academic and Engagement Coach plays a vital role in supporting student success by improving daily attendance, increasing engagement in learning, and providing targeted academic interventions. This educator works collaboratively with teachers, counselors, families, and administrators to identify barriers to attendance and performance, implement strategies to re-engage at-risk learners, and deliver academic support to ensure all students meet grade-level expectations.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

Key Responsibilities:

Student Engagement

• Welcome new families to K12 Schools and guide them through account setup, platform navigation, and orientation resources.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students to increase motivation, connection, and sense of belonging.
• Monitor student participation in classes and online learning environments; follow up with students showing disengagement or non-participation.
• Develop and implement engagement plans and incentive programs to promote consistent attendance and academic involvement.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt instructional strategies and promote active learning for struggling students.

Attendance Support

• Communicate regularly with families regarding attendance expectations, concerns, and improvement plans.
• Coordinate with school counselors, social workers, and administrators to address attendance barriers (health, motivation, family, etc.).
• Attend attendance conferences and serve as part of the school academic intervention team.

Academic Remediation

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align remediation activities with current curriculum and student learning goals.
• Use assessment data to design and monitor intervention plans that accelerate student progress.
• Document academic interventions and report student progress to stakeholders.

Performance Expectations:

• Communicate regularly with families and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrate commitment to equitable outcomes and culturally responsive practices.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and supports in PowerSchool with clarity and completeness. Participate actively in professional learning and contribute to a positive school culture
• Apply knowledge of school systems, policies, and procedures to resolve requests.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NC Teaching License Preferred
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree
• Must have prior school experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with student information systems or similar databases
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Job Type

Board Employee_CW

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.