SEEK Academic Coach (Non-Teaching Adjunct)

GENERAL DUTIES

Provides in-person/on-campus individual or small group academic coaching support in areas of time management, study-skills, test preparation, test anxiety, procrastination prevention, note taking and memorization, among others.

Develops and facilitates academic skill building presentations for stand-alone workshops, workshop series, and in-class presentations in Freshman Seminar courses.

Affirms and develops constructive goals, behaviors, and attitudes necessary for academic success based on students' learning needs.

Identifies and implements measurable student outcomes for academic success (e.g., increase in test scores, in study time).

Refers students to other program services such as academic tutoring and/or counseling as needed.

Researches and implements creative ideas to attract and retain students for coaching appointments.

Maintains strong professional relationships and collaborations with SEEK counseling staff and tutors.

Participates in staff meetings and ongoing professional development activities.

Promptly responds to e-mail/phone correspondence from SEEK Academic Program Manager.

Maintains complete and accurate records via database.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Availability for two days per week of on-campus, in-person service provision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Psychology or related field preferred.
• Experience in teaching, academic coaching, and/or tutoring a diverse population of students.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong public speaking ability.
• Familiarity with student success theories such Growth Mindset, Bloom Taxonomy, Learning Styles, etc.
• Relevant knowledge of contemporary academic technology resources for use with college students.
• A basic understanding of education opportunity programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to support the academic success of a diverse student population.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin immediately.