Learning Coach

About the Job

Job Title: Learning Coach

Location: Bridge Quest Academy

Reports To: Executive Director, Jeanine Wilkinson

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Salary (Exempt)

About Bridge Quest Academy:

At Bridge Quest Academy, we believe students thrive when they are supported in becoming curious, confident, and independent learners. Our private school serves both neurotypical and neurodivergent students through an individualized educational model that combines state-aligned online coursework, targeted instruction, coaching, and project-based learning.

Our learning environment is designed to provide students with structure, encouragement, and meaningful opportunities to take ownership of their education while developing the academic, social, and organizational skills needed for future success.

Position Overview:

The Learning Coach serves as the primary guide and facilitator for students at Bridge Quest Academy. Unlike a traditional teaching role, this position combines targeted direct instruction with individualized coaching to foster independence, accountability, curiosity, and a positive approach to learning.

Students complete state-aligned coursework primarily through online learning platforms. The Learning Coach monitors student progress, provides instruction and clarification as needed, facilitates project-based learning experiences, and maintains an engaging classroom environment where students feel safe, motivated, and empowered.

This position supports students with varying learning needs, including both neurotypical and neurodivergent learners, within a structured and supportive educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted direct instruction in core academic subjects to support student understanding and mastery of content.
• Guide students through individualized, state-aligned online curricula and learning platforms.
• Ensure assignments, assessments, and other academic requirements are completed accurately and on time.
• Monitor, document, and track student progress across academic subjects and learning goals.
• Provide encouragement, redirection, coaching, and accountability based on each student's individual needs.
• Help students develop independence, organization, time-management skills, and responsibility for their learning.
• Facilitate project-based learning experiences that integrate academic content with creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world application.
• Support students through the full project-based learning process, including planning, research, development, completion, and presentation.
• Maintain a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, respect, collaboration, and a growth mindset.
• Establish and maintain clear classroom routines, expectations, and supportive learning systems.
• Provide individualized support to students with varying abilities, including neurotypical and neurodivergent learners.
• Implement structured yet flexible approaches that allow students to make meaningful choices and take ownership of their educational progress.
• Organize and facilitate group discussions, learning exhibitions, collaborative activities, and student-led presentations.
• Collaborate with families, school leadership, and team members to communicate student progress, challenges, and recommended support strategies.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation through online platforms and digital record-keeping systems.
• Actively supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, professional development opportunities, school functions, and family events as required.
• Support the school's mission, vision, and values by modeling integrity, respect, accountability, curiosity, and lifelong learning.
• Maintain student confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and flexibility.

Required Qualifications:

• Clear DOJ/FBI background check.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience working with children in an educational, coaching, mentoring, or similar role.
• Understanding of child development, student motivation, and individual learning differences.
• Experience supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent learners.
• Ability to balance direct instruction with a coaching-based approach that promotes student independence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Patience, flexibility, creativity, and adaptability within a dynamic educational environment.
• Comfort using technology, online learning platforms, and digital record-keeping systems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Required immunizations and clearances, including:
  • MMR
  • Tdap
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B
  • TB clearance within the past four years

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid teaching credential.
• Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field.
• Experience with project-based learning.
• Experience working in a microschool, private school, alternative education program, or other individualized learning environment.
• Experience designing engaging, student-centered learning activities.
• Familiarity with online curriculum platforms and differentiated instructional practices.
• Experience helping students develop executive-functioning skills, including organization, accountability, and time management.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for qualifying employees.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between worksites.
• Company-provided laptop and phone.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in classroom, small-group, and individualized learning environments with students who have varied educational needs.
• Ability to actively supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to remain engaged and responsive throughout the school day.
• Physical demands may include standing, sitting, walking, running, kneeling, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to respond appropriately and safely when students require additional emotional, behavioral, or crisis support.
• Ability to participate in required school functions, family events, and occasional schedule adjustments.

Note:

This job description provides a general overview of the position and may be modified based on the needs of Bridge Quest Academy and its students..

If you are excited about education that values curiosity, creativity, and student ownership, and you enjoy working as part of a collaborative school team, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Bridge Quest Academy.

About the Company

Building Connections is a family of programs dedicated to supporting individuals with learning differences and their families. Through Building Connections Behavioral Health (BCBH), we provide high-quality ABA therapy that empowers children and teens with the skills they need to thrive in everyday life.Our schools reflect that same commitment to individualized, supportive education. Building Connections Academy (BCA) is a nonpublic school serving students with mild to moderate and extensive support needs in an inclusive and innovative learning environment. Bridge Quest Academy (BQA) is our micro-school designed for curious, hands-on learners, offering a personalized, project-based approach within a neuroaffirming community.Together, BCBH, BCA, and BQA share one mission: building confidence, independence, and meaningful connections so every learner can reach their full potential. Learn more at bcbhinc.com, bcaschools.com, and bridgequestacademy.com.