KaiPod Learning Coach, Gilbert

About KaiPod Learning

KaiPod Learning brings together small groups (pods) of 10–12 students who live nearby and are enrolled in online or homeschool programs. We provide a safe, structured, and engaging in-person environment where students can thrive socially and academically, while parents gain peace of mind. At the heart of each pod is a KaiPod Learning Coach.

Position Overview

KaiPod Learning Coaches create learning spaces where students are safe, supported, focused, and excited to learn. They serve as mentors, academic guides, enrichment facilitators, and trusted partners to families. Unlike a traditional teacher, a KaiPod Coach tailors support to each student's individual learning program—fostering academic growth, personal responsibility, and curiosity through daily interactions.

What Makes This Role Unique

In some ways, you'll feel like a teacher:

You'll build meaningful relationships with students and their families.

You'll support academic growth and guide enrichment activities.

You'll help shape a positive, inclusive culture in your pod.

But in many ways, this is

not

a traditional classroom role:

Students follow their own online school or homeschool curriculum.

Your role is to personalize their experience—through goal-setting, coaching, executive functioning support, and social facilitation.

You have more autonomy to make learning joyful—planning field trips, hosting theme days, launching clubs, and more.

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Primary Responsibilities

Build a Thriving Pod Culture

Create an inclusive, positive, and safe environment where students enjoy learning and socializing

Facilitate daily enrichment activities and encourage student voice and collaboration

Support students in developing essential life skills, like communication, problem-solving, and empathy

Guide Academic Growth

Understand each student's academic program, strengths, and needs

Provide on-demand academic help and executive functioning support

Set and track academic goals with students and families

Use tools like Newton to document progress and maintain transparency

Partner with Families

Serve as the primary point of contact for families

Share weekly updates and insights into each student's progress and experience

Build trust and community through clear communication, empathy, and responsiveness

Lead Locally, Collaborate Nationally

Represent KaiPod in your community and grow your local network

Occasionally attend local events to build partnerships and increase pod visibility

Capture and share the magic happening in your pod with families and the broader KaiPod team

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Who You Are

An Outstanding Learning Coach

Deeply knows and motivates students

Familiar with academic standards and core content areas (ELA, math, science, social studies)

Skilled in supporting executive functioning and neurodiverse learners

Tech-savvy and comfortable navigating multiple online platforms

Experience teaching 3rd–6th grade or leading small group instruction preferred

A Natural Culture Builder

Creates environments where kids feel safe, connected, and excited to learn

Plans and delivers engaging enrichment activities tailored to student interests

Communicates proactively and professionally with families

Organized and detail-oriented with a strong sense of initiative

A Local Leader and Connector

Connected (or eager to connect) to your local homeschool or parent community

Willing to share about KaiPod and represent your pod at community events

Passionate about building strong relationships with families and students

A Strong Team Member

Open to feedback and committed to personal growth

Proactive, solution-oriented, and flexible in a dynamic startup environment

Learn more about the KaiPod model by

clicking here

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Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.

At least 4 years of teaching experience.

Experience working with students with neurodiversities

Other experience working with young people (e.g. - coaching) is also prioritized.

Compensation

Compensation commensurate with experience.