Hiring: Academic Achievement Specialist Company: Friends of the Children - Western Montana Location: Polson, MT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 11:46:55 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Experience: •12+ years, no matter what. Required Skills: •Manage a roster of approximately 10–12 students and provide 45–60-minute tutoring sessions twice per week during three to four 10-week learning cycles each year. •Coordinate annual academic assessments for program youth and conduct beginning- and end-of-cycle assessments. •Develop individualized, age-appropriate learning materials and academic support plans. •Partner with Professional Mentors, teachers, school administrators, caregivers, and the Program Director to support each child’s educational goals. •Collect, organize, analyze, and report assessment data to demonstrate program outcomes. •Strengthen literacy and math skills through tutoring, homework support, reading, educational games, library visits, and hands-on activities. •Engage youth in STEAM and enrichment opportunities that encourage curiosity, cultural awareness, and future interests. •Foster positive learning behaviors, peer relationships, self-management skills, and confidence. Qualifications: •A bachelor’s degree in education, mental health, social services, youth development, or a related field. •Teacher certification is strongly preferred. •Three to five years of experience working with children or families facing significant obstacles. •A culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach to working with children and families. •Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. •Excellent organization, scheduling, time management, and problem-solving abilities. •The ability to work independently while collaborating closely with program staff. •The ability to maintain healthy professional boundaries and confidentiality. •Data entry, assessment tracking, and database management skills. •Basic computer proficiency, including email, Microsoft Outlook, and database applications. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!