Career Center

At Kent’s Academic Resource Center (ARC), students learn to set their own goals and find new ways to organize their academic priorities. Some of the services we offer include teaching effective reading and note-taking skills, study strategies for homework and tests, and improved time management. The ideal candidate for this position will provide support with math or science learning skills. Located in the library, the ARC is open during the academic day and study hall. Students can schedule an appointment, or they may be referred for required visits.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:
? Work with students on an assigned or drop-in basis to support the development of organizational and executive function skills as well as mathematical or scientific literacy.
? Write summarized notes for student’s teachers and advisor after each meeting and term-end comments for families three times a year.
? Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and advisors to identify student needs and strategies to address these needs.
? Communicate major points from each meeting for a student to carry forward. Follow up with students regarding scheduled appointments, expectations, and weekly planning.
? Assist with the creation and maintenance of resources to aid student learning and develop strategies to drive increased, meaningful use of the ARC.
? Participate in and develop professional development experiences that support innovative learning practices and student growth.
? Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required. A degree in education, mathematics, science, or related fields is preferred.

The ideal candidate will:
? Interact with students and colleagues in a positive, encouraging manner when questions arise; patience, sensitivity, and humor are a must!
? Have experience supporting the development of executive function and organizational skills.
? Work confidently and professionally with the student, faculty, and parent constituencies of the School.
? Understand the culture of the School and contribute positively to it; promoting the academic program and atmosphere of the ARC and the School.
? Be flexible within a boarding school schedule.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:
? Must be able to work in an office environment.
? Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
? Requires substantial movement (motions) of wrists, hands, and fingers with keyboard use.
? Ability to use visual display..
? Ability to lift and transport up to 10 lbs. without assistance.

Additional Requirements:
? Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug test.
? Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
? Work is performed on a smoke free campus.

Additional information:
The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exclusive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed
appropriate. 
Kent School is committed to making equal employment opportunities available to all qualified persons. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, ancestry, citizen status, veteran status, physical or mental handicaps, sexual orientation, or any other factors protected by law. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.