Academic Coach for Spring 2025 - Abilene Christian University : Job Details

Academic Coach for Spring 2025Job no: 493993 Work Type: Student employee Location: Abilene Categories: Student ServicesAbout ACU ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.Title of Position Academic Coach for Spring 2025Department University Access ProgramsHours per Week 15Job Qualifications

• At least Sophomore by hours (upper-level or grad student preferred)
• A cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required
• Competency in academic skills is required (must pass the training)
• Interpersonal and communication skills are essential

Position Description/ Job Duties Basic Responsibilitiesa. Conduct weekly academic coaching sessions throughout the semesterimplementing academic strategies that are geared towards the student's preferredmethod(s) of learning and are related to their academic challenges.i. Discuss and provide various ways to improve your student's academicprogressii. Prove and strengthen competency in providing academic assistanceiii. Adhere to policy or proceduresiv. Report any problems or potential problems to the Graduate Intern forAcademic Coaching or Supplemental Instruction Coordinator AcademicSupport Specialistb. Participate in a bi-weekly group meeting with the Graduate Intern for AcademicCoaching and all Academic Coaches for debriefing and support.i. Discuss ongoing appointmentsii. Share and receive up to date academic coaching strategiesc. Maintain a professional manner at all timesEssential Dutiesa. Provide academic support to studentsb. Discuss their study habits and provide a plan to either improve their current studyhabits or encourage them to implement new strategies.c. Coordinate with other departments when neededi. SOAR: Reach out to SOAR if the student discloses they are depressed,have anxiety, are having issues communicating with their professor, or arehaving any other issues that are of concern to you.ii. Tutoring: If they are struggling with a specific course, redirect them totutoring. Assist them in filling out the form.Maintenance Activitiesa. Complete and collect all documentation promptlyi. Fill out Intake Form in the first sessionii. Complete a Case Note after each sessioniii. Send the Survey and Acknowledgement Form after the last sessionb. Attend an Academic Coaching training. Must pass training in order to begincoaching.c. Coordinate weekly meetings with students.i. It is your decision if you want to meet virtually or in person. If you haveno preference, ask the student what they would be more comfortable with.d. Maintain confidentiality and never disclose student information to your peers.e. Maintain professional behavior and professional boundaries with all students,staff, and faculty.f. Promptly report any concerns to Graduate Intern for Academic Coaching orAcademic Support Director (e.g. Title IX, misconduct issues, or inappropriate behavior).Preferred Availability

• Hours are flexible and will vary weekly
• Weekday and Weekend options available
• Limited to 20 hours per week

Additional Information ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.Advertised: November 25, 2024 Central Standard Time Applications close: