Elementary School Academic Coach

Stride, Inc.

Student Academic and Engagement Coach fostering student success through engagement strategies and academic interventions. Collaborating with educators and families to promote students' attendance and performance.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
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.
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.
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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Student Engagement StrategiesIntervention Plan DevelopmentAttendance MonitoringData AnalysisAcademic Support Documentation

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingMotivational SkillsTime ManagementAttention to Detail

Certifications

NC Teaching License