You finished near the top of your class, and you've been searching for a position where that distinction actually carries weight. Not merely as a credential on paper, but as the foundation that shows a 12-year-old what's possible.
Gifted students don't require additional instruction. They require someone who has walked the path they're pursuing — someone whose academic background transforms "you can do this" from encouragement into proven reality. Roughly half your time is dedicated to one-hour life skills workshops covering topics like public speaking, focus, and feedback delivery. The remaining half involves coaching sessions where your objective is ensuring every student achieves their learning targets. Not the majority. Every single one. Academic material is delivered through AI-powered applications. Your value comes from storytelling, proven playbooks, and the credibility of your own achievements.
A standard morning begins with reviewing Coachbot analytics to identify which students require additional support. By mid-morning you're facilitating a workshop, deploying concrete examples and the type of presence that captures a room full of students. Post-lunch, you're conducting a motivation session, converting reluctance into action through structured incentive frameworks and the relationships you've cultivated. Success is quantifiable: students demonstrate mastery via Test2Pass, 100% reach their objectives, and 92–95%+ provide strong ratings.
Execute the playbooks with precision, establish trust with your cohort, and your outcomes become evidence that validates this approach. Those who excel in this role don't simply deliver sessions — they set the benchmark that defines excellence. If this aligns with what you've been seeking, submit your application now.
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Academic Coach Key Responsibilities Support gifted K–12 students in achieving multiple years of academic advancement in a matter of months while developing robust life skills through exceptional coaching and motivation.
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About Gt.school GT School is revolutionizing education with AI, expert coaching, and 50+ years of learning science. They blend cutting-edge tech with data-driven insights to unlock every student's full potential.
They're on a mission to disrupt the broken education system and unleash the true potential of gifted minds. Forget the one-size-fits-all approach that leaves brilliant students bored and disengaged.
This school has tossed the rulebook and created a modern learning environment powered by AI and guided by dedicated mentors. Their personalized approach accelerates learning - 2-6 times faster than traditional classrooms.
GT School students explore their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to innovate.
Because that's where genius lies. GT School is where gifted minds turn potential into power. There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!
Working with us This is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $75 USD/hour, which equates to $150,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help\-and\-faqs for more details on this topic.
Crossover Job Code: LJ-5764-US-NewYork-AcademicCoach
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