Job Description
Frankfurt International School in Oberursel is looking for engaged and qualified Elementary School Student Learning Coaches (part-/fulltime) effective 1 August 2026, termed until 30 June 2027 at the latest.
The positions are connected to the learning needs of specific students and may end if the student(s) is/are excited from the program or with the student´(s) departure.
The purpose of the Student Learning Coach roles is
- To provide supplementary support to students so they can achieve at their highest possible level.
- Collaborate with Learning Support and classroom teachers to support student learning.
Performance Responsibilities:
The duties of the positions will include, but will not be limited to the following and will be under guidance of the classroom or learning support teachers:
- Assist students requiring supplementary instruction in any curricular area.
- Reinforce behavioral expectations within the classroom and school in general.
- Attend meetings to plan for the needs of the student(s) as requested.
- Comply with any reasonable request made by the principal.
- Communicate with teachers when necessary to request work, study guides or materials for students.
- Continue communicating with teachers throughout the school year.
- Work with students on identified needs for example, reading strategies, organization, self advocacy and study skills.
- Collaborate with counselors, learning support staff and faculty on strategies that support students.
General Expectations
The Student Learning Coaches work with students who need additional support academically. The roles include collaboration with the students' classroom teachers, learning support teachers, counselors and other adults to support the children`s learning.The roles could include an individual student or small groups who have variety of learning differences that make learning more challenging for them.The purpose of the Student Learning Coach positions is to support students in improving the necessary skills and tools to be independent and successful.
The Student Learning Coaches are expected to
- Demonstrate patience, positive communication skills and the ability to tailor their teaching methods to meet the needs of their students.
- Conduct themselves in a professional way, when dealing with colleagues, parents and students at all times.
- Support the school´s philosophy and general educational principles.
- Report pertinent information about students to the appropriate teacher, administrator, parents/guardians.
Personal Expectations
- Strong collaboration skills.
- Enjoying working with young people.
- Experience working in a school setting supporting student learning.
- Demonstrated Ability to work with children.
- Ability to speak English.
Applicants should have a valid work and residence permit for Germany.
For questions about this position, please contact Kristi Jacobs, Assistant Principal Primary & Elementary School: [email protected]
