Wright Jr./Sr. High School Academic Coach, GEAR UP Wyoming Program (Part-Time Non-benefitted)

Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job Title Wright Jr./Sr. High School Academic Coach, GEAR UP Wyoming Program (Part-Time Non-benefitted) Department Gear Up (Other Loc.) Location Posting Category Staff Desired Start Date Hourly Rate (if applicable) Hiring Range $18.44 - $23.06 Full Salary Range $18.44 - $27.67 Benefits Summary

This is a part-time, non-benefited position.

Months Worked Annually 10 months Typical Work Schedule

TBD; Flexible work hours with occasional travel or nights/weekend as required.

Position Information

Posting Number 20150895P Job Posting Date 08/19/2026 Initial Review Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

This position is located in Wright, WY. The GEAR UP Wyoming Academic Coach will be responsible for advising/mentoring GEAR UP students in 7-12 grades at Wright Jr./Sr. High school, serving as a point of contact with program participants, including their families. Additional duties include providing monthly programming and resources to help students learn about postsecondary education options, promoting a college-going mind-set and providing academic support. This position will also act as a liaison and represent the NWCCD GEAR UP program at Wright Jr./Sr. High School, maintaining program enrollment and negotiating access and arrangements for programming within the school.

Note: There is opportunity to work in the summer if desired.

Reports To GEAR UP Site Coordinator Education/Qualifications

• Associate degree required, bachelor's degree preferred
• Background check and child abuse clearances required before entering school
• Ability to promote a college-going culture
• Ability to speak Spanish not required, but is desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Microsoft Office Suite and Remind 101
• Ability to manage workload independently and communicate with supervisor
• Creative, flexible, resourceful, imaginative, and self-motivated
• Knowledge of working with low-income youth and families
• Ability to work with 7th-12th grade students
• Ability to deliver GEAR UP Programming on a monthly basis, during the school year.
• High ethical standards and great communication skills with a wide variety of people
• Great listening skills
• Ability to relate to students, parents, and school employees and administration
• Ability to maintain accurate, auditable records of GEAR UP services provided

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Flexible work hours

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Gillette College is located in Gillette, WY, the county seat of Campbell County. Located midway between the Big Horn Mountains to the West and the Black Hills of South Dakota to the east. Gillette is a growing, family-friendly community and enjoys a very strong economy due to energy-related industries located there.

Sheridan College is located in historic Sheridan, WY at the foot of the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, minutes away from a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Sheridan is ranked "America's Top Western Town" by True West magazine and is a vibrant community. Sheridan College is a vital component in the community.

NWCCD also includes a small campus site in Buffalo, WY.

Experience

• Experience working with children or young adults in an education or non-profit setting
• Experience in tutoring, counseling, mentoring, education, advising, teaching, or prior work experience with Department of Education grant programs (TRiO, Educational Opportunity Programs, or GEAR UP) preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants

All NWCCD job postings are contingent on funding. Transcripts will be required and may be attached to your online application documents under "Transcripts" and for additional space, under "Other Documents" or emailed to: HR@sheridan.edu. Letters of recommendation are highly recommended and can be attached to your online application documents (up to three letters), or may be sent to Human Resources at HR@sheridan.edu.

Job Duties

These are the job duties for required of the position.

Percentage of time 75% Responsibility/Duty

Academic Coaching/advising/service delivery. May include homework help.

Percentage of time 5% Responsibility/Duty

Maintaining required documentation of services.

Percentage of time 10% Responsibility/Duty

Assisting with identification and selection of program participants and promoting GEAR UP in the community, including managing social media pages.

Percentage of time 10% Responsibility/Duty

Representing GEAR UP within the school district and making arrangements for access to students, acting as a liaison between school administration, staff, andGEAR UP coordinator

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Other Documents
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3