Learning Coach

ROLE SUMMARY:

Start date: 27 July 2026

Location: Remote, US based (candidates must have the full right to work in the US to be considered)

Role type: Permanent, full-time (Monday-Friday)

US Performance Academy, part of the Inspired Education group, is the leading online school for elite student-athletes. We enable students to earn a fully accredited, NCAA-recognized and approved middle and high school education, with flexibility to train and compete at the highest levels. US Performance Academy | Online middle school and high school 

As part of the mission to ensure students receive personalized support and stay on track academically, the Learning Coach serves as the primary point of contact for students and families throughout the non-traditional, 12-month academic year. Learning Coaches hold regular 1:1 meetings with students, review academic pacing and progress, update plans of study, coordinate with teachers, provide retention insights, and document all communication using standardized tools. This role directly contributes to consistency in student support, clarity in expectations, and alignment across the academic and student support teams. 

Reporting to the Head Learning Coach, Learning Coaches provide structured guidance, maintain active communication, and help students develop the routines and skills needed for success in a flexible online environment. This is a full-time remote role that requires professionalism, responsiveness, strong documentation, and comfort managing a structured workload across student time zones. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Support & Communication:

• Serve as the main point of contact for a roster of middle and/or high school students. 
• Hold regular 1:1 virtual meetings to support pacing, planning, organization, and academic expectations. 
• Maintain consistent communication with students and families; provide timely responses through approved communication channels. 
• Offer encouragement, accountability, and problem-solving support. 
• Represent student’s needs in conversations with teachers, counselors, and other school staff. 

Academic Guidance & Planning:

• Conduct onboarding and orientation for new students. 
• Update Plans of Study and assist with course planning, sequencing, and changes. 
• Understand and communicate graduation requirements, NCAA eligibility considerations, and AP course processes. 
• Monitor pacing and academic progress; identify concerns early and implement academic support measures. 
• Refer students to the appropriate school support services (GOAL, counseling, teacher 1:1s) as needed. 

Documentation & Professional Standards:

• Maintain accurate notes, communication logs, and student status updates in school systems. 
• Prepare and share regular student progress updates with families. 
• Follow standardized processes and use required tools for documentation and reporting. 

Team Collaboration & School Engagement:

• Participate in weekly coaching meetings and training sessions. 
• Engage in 1:1 check-ins with the Head Learning Coach and Head of Community Life. 
• Partner with teachers, counselors, and the support team. 
• Contribute and adapt to evolving needs of the school community and take on additional responsibilities as assigned. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Ideal candidates often come from backgrounds where coaching, structured support, and relationship-centered work are central to the role. Experience in areas such as case management, coaching or mentoring, client support, youth development, or academic advising aligns especially well with the expectations of a Learning Coach. 

Candidates should also have: 

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 2+ years of experience working within a school setting 
• Strong relationship-building and remote communication skills 
• High level of organization, responsiveness, and ability to manage a structured workload independently 
• Technologically confident and willingness to learn new systems and procedures 
• Professional tone and demeanor in communication with students, families, and colleagues 
• A collaborative approach with students, families, and colleagues 
• Ability to de-escalate concerns and navigate challenging conversations effectively 
• Alignment with USPA’s values of accountability, flexibility, excellence, and human connection 

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.