Academic Mentor (Hosteller)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Opportunity: Academic Mentor (Hosteller)

Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

About the Role:

As an Academic Mentor, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experience of students. You will serve as a mentor, motivator, and guide, tracking academic progress, maintaining strong relationships with students and parents, and helping create a supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Engagement & Mentorship

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students, offering guidance and support to help them excel academically and personally.
• Organize and lead student activities, clubs, and programs that encourage both academic and personal growth.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and counselors to address student concerns, resolve conflicts, and provide necessary interventions.

2. Academic Performance & Support

• Monitor student academic progress, identify challenges, and provide necessary interventions to improve learning outcomes.
• Conduct continuous assessments and evaluations to track student understanding of the curriculum.
• Work closely with teachers and counselors to develop customized academic plans for students requiring additional support.

3. Parent Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians to keep them updated on their child’s academic and personal development.
• Organize and participate in parent meetings and conferences to discuss student progress, challenges, and goals.
• Address parental concerns, provide guidance, and suggest ways they can support their child's education at home.

4. Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments, and behavioral observations.
• Prepare reports and conduct data analysis on student performance and development for internal use and communication with parents and school leadership.
• Utilize Management Information Systems (MIS) and other educational software for efficient data tracking and reporting.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Passion for mentoring and guiding students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, parents, and educators.
• Ability to track and analyse student performance to provide effective support.
• Proficiency in maintaining records and using educational software for reporting.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹16,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gandhipuram, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Language:

• Tamil (Required)

Work Location: In person