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Executive Functioning Coach – Brentwood, TN and surrounding areas

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract 1099
• Pay: $40.00 - $75.00 per hour
• Expected Hours: 3–6 hours per week
• Schedule: After-school hours, typically 4-8 pm Monday-Thursday, with some Sunday afternoons; most students prefer 2x per week sessions.
• Work Location: In-person at students' homes or occasionally at public locations (e.g., libraries, schools, coffee shops).
• Commitment: Position runs from the start of the school year through the end of May 2026 with the ideal candidates being available through the summer or even through the next school year to maintain consistent growth.

Thrive Tutoring is looking for a passionate and skilled Executive Functioning Coach to help middle school students in the Nashville area thrive academically in both English and Math, as well as grow in their executive functioning skills.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in special education and be experienced in tailoring strategies to meet each student’s unique needs. This role demands a proactive, hands-on approach to fostering growth through personalized assistance in time management, organization, planning, and study skills. Many of our students also have diagnoses of dyslexia, dysgraphia, or other reading/writing based learning differences.

Apply on our website: https://thrivetutoring.org/join-our-team/

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess students' current levels of performance to identify their needs and establish starting points.
• Teach essential strategies to help students develop skills in time management, planning, organization, overcoming procrastination, and advanced study techniques.
• Collaborate with students to create personalized weekly plans, modeling best practices and gradually transferring responsibility to the student for leading their learning.
• Travel to students' homes or designated tutoring locations as needed for in-person sessions (Primary locations: Brentwood, Franklin, Nashville)
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with the Thrive team, students, and families.
• Work with the Thrive team and families to schedule tutoring sessions and develop tailored, detailed learning plans.
• Establish open communication with caregivers and students’ teachers to share progress and gain additional insights into students' needs.
• Analyze assessment results and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Provide regular feedback to parents/guardians and students, including post-session notes after each tutoring session.
• Commit to working with your student(s) from the start of the school year through at least the end of May 2026, ideally even through the summer or through next school year.

Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience working successfully as a special educator
• Strong understanding and experience supporting students in developing their executive functioning skills.
• Proven track record of achieving measurable results with students.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong rapport and relationships with students, families, and educators.
• Bachelor’s degree in special education, psychology, or a related field.
• Ideal: Experience in reading intervention for secondary students with reading-based exceptionalities.

Qualities We Value:

• Dependability: Highly reliable in all professional responsibilities.
• Proactive Communication: Regularly stays ahead in communication with the Thrive team, students, families, and teachers.
• Dynamic Personality: Brings energy, enthusiasm, and motivation to every session, inspiring students.
• Strong Work Ethic: Committed to achieving high standards in both work and student outcomes.
• Commitment to Student Success: Dedicated to the academic and personal growth of each student.

Why Thrive Tutoring? This position offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact students’ academic and personal success. By joining our team, you'll play a vital role in helping students overcome executive functioning challenges and build skills they will use for years to come.

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

If you possess the qualities we're seeking and are eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families, we invite you to apply today:

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the Thrive team!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience.

Experience:

• Teaching/Tutoring: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person