Who we are & what we do
Genuine School is a K-12 online school founded as a startup, with over 700 students from Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Brazil, and Mexico?and growing every day. Our mission is to provide high-quality bilingual education that is accessible from anywhere in the world, transforming the lives of students and shaping the future of Latin America.
We welcome top performers who bring new ideas, diverse perspectives, and the passion to make a real impact on learners? lives while we have fun along the way! Our motto: ?To know how to do and to know how to be.?
If you are a passionate psychologist or educational psychopedagogue dedicated to student wellbeing, connection, and engagement, Genuine School is looking for you!
Job Purpose
Strengthen student wellbeing, connection, and retention at Genuine School by combining psychopedagogical guidance, proactive dropout-risk identification, and the design of targeted wellbeing cycles. This role empowers Homeroom Mentors with practical, engaging activities to ensure every learner feels supported, builds meaningful bonds, and finds purpose in their virtual education journey.
You're our ideal candidate IF:
You hold a degree in Psychopedagogy or Psychology, with specialized background in educational psychology, school counseling, or psychoeducational intervention.
You bring 2+ years of experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings, focusing on student wellbeing, family guidance, and school retention.
You demonstrate fluency in English (B2 level or higher) to design materials and support immersive educational contexts.
You have a proven ability to design and facilitate socio-emotional activities tailored to diverse age groups and virtual group dynamics.
You possess strong experience guiding teachers or mentors to strengthen student bonds, spot early warning signs, and lead wellbeing initiatives.
You are comfortable using digital tools to drive interactive virtual experiences and understand the unique challenges of synchronous online education.
You excel at documenting follow-ups, analyzing behavioral risk signals, and tracking action plans.
Responsibilities:
Wellbeing promotion cycles: Design and sequence developmental Homeroom activities focused on belonging, peer connection, emotional regulation, study habits, digital citizenship, and school transitions.
Mentor empowerment: Equip Homeroom Mentors with ready-to-use activity guides (objectives, materials, instructions, reflection prompts) and model facilitation to build their autonomy.
Dropout-Risk detection & response: Partner with mentors to identify early warning signs (attendance drops, disengagement, isolation) and coordinate timely interventions with learners and families.
Psychoeducational guidance: Support learners facing challenges with habits, self-regulation, or school adaptation, setting clear follow-up plans and activating specialized pathways when needed.
Ecosystem alignment: Collaborate with Student Wellbeing, academic leaders, and mentors to ensure continuous, integrated support aligned with everyday learning experiences.
Continuous improvement: Gather feedback from learners and mentors to evaluate activity utility and refine wellbeing strategies.
Your expertise in a nutshell:
Empathy and strong rapport-building skills with children and adolescents.
Pedagogical creativity in transforming wellbeing needs into meaningful virtual experiences.
Exceptional group facilitation and collaborative mindset to guide mentors effectively.
Professional judgment in handling confidential information and distinguishing routine support from cases requiring referral.
Highly organized, structured, and committed to tracking student progress and retention.
Some perks of collaborating with us:
Remote Engagement: Perform your responsibilities from any location with full autonomy.
Contract Type: International Contractor
Time Off Recognition.
Professional Development Support.
Access to free language classes (English, Portuguese, Spanish).
Access to a continuous learning platform to enhance relevant skills.
Discounts and wellness programs available through BUK, including hotels, gyms, therapies, and emotional wellness services.
Join a team that celebrates creativity, shares knowledge, and uplifts each other?every step of the way.
