Academic Coach

Master's degree in education, student affairs, counseling or a related field and a minimum of one year's experience in academic support, counseling, and/or advising in an institution of higher education are strongly preferred.

Candidates with a bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience may be considered.

working with students from educationally disadvantaged, low income, and urban backgrounds is preferred.

Proven written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and organization and attention to detail are essential.

Must be available to work some evenings and weekends and the entire duration of the EQUIP summer program (typically 4-5 weeks late June through early August).

Must be able to climb three flights of stairs several times a day.

• Master's degree in education, student affairs, counseling or a related field and a minimum of one year's experience in academic support, counseling, and/or advising in an institution of higher education are strongly preferred.
• Candidates with a bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience working with students from educationally disadvantaged, low income, and urban backgrounds is preferred.
• Proven written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and organization and attention to detail are essential.
• Must be available to work some evenings and weekends and the entire duration of the EQUIP summer program (typically 4-5 weeks late June through early August).
• Must be able to climb three flights of stairs several times a day.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time faculty and staff including healthcare coverage, retirement plan contributions, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, tuition remission and tuition exchange participation as well as an extensive holiday, summer hours and paid time off leave schedule. Part-time Regular staff who are scheduled 30-36 hours per week over the course of a year, receive a full benefit package based on their part-time scheduled hours. Healthcare coverage is based on the ACA medical coverage guidelines. Affiliate faculty receive a benefit package as outlined with their covenant. Adjunct faculty may be eligible for medical coverage under the ACA after an annual one year lookback review. Part-time staff who are scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week schedule are eligible for employer contribution towards the retirement plan after one year of employment. Eligibility rules apply. Adjunct faculty may make employee deferral contributions towards the retirement plan. Part-Time Graduate Assistant Coaches are eligible for participation in the Tuition Remission Coaches Program. Temporary, Contractors and Seasonal Employees: Individuals in this status are scheduled on an as-needed-basis and are not eligible for participation in the University’s benefits programs. Detailed information regarding our benefits program and eligibility is provided once hired or you can contact Human Resources with any questions.