Overview
At Swoon Learning, we believe academic success and personal well-being should go hand in hand. We support students, student-athletes, and neurodivergent learners with ADHD through personalized tutoring, engaging activities, and life skills mentorship. Our goal is to meet students where they are, helping them thrive in and beyond the classroom.
We are seeking passionate and empathetic individuals to join our team as Academic Coaches for our Summer Skill Accelerators. These are small-group sessions focused on strengthening core math or essay writing skills for middle schoolers. Coaches will also support students' executive functioning and self-confidence, helping them develop the tools to become independent, motivated learners. We welcome applicants who can work on-site in San Jose or remotely via Zoom.
Job Responsibilities:
- Facilitate engaging and supportive small-group sessions in math or essay writing
- Support the academic and personal growth of students as learners
- Help students develop executive function skills (organization, time management, communication)
- Teach students how to prioritize tasks and connect classroom content (lectures, textbooks, assignments)
- Assist with homework assignments, test preparation, note-taking strategies, and study habits
- Promote a growth mindset and encourage critical self-reflection
- Create an inclusive learning space for diverse learners
- Provide individualized support when needed
Job Qualifications/Skills:
- Proven experience as a tutor, teacher, or academic mentor, preferably with neurodivergent students
- Strong academic performance in high school and/or college coursework
- Patient, adaptable, and dependable with a positive attitude and sense of humor
- Willingness to take constructive feedback and work collaboratively
- Ability to supervise and motivate students in a supportive, respectful manner
- Interest in education, mentorship, or youth development (not required, but a plus)
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a subject-matter field is preferred, but not mandatory
- Online tutoring/teaching experience
- Familiarity with Zoom, Google Meet, Trello, and/or Google Classroom is a plus
Skills
Tutoring Experience Patient Adaptable Teaching Experience Positive Motivating Collaborative Growth Mindset Inclusive Academic Record Humor Online Tutoring Bachelor's Degree Zoom/Google Meet
