Academic Coach for Spring 2025
Job no: 493993
Position type: Student employee
Location: Abilene
Division/Equivalent: Provost's Office
School/Unit: University Access and Student Success Program
Categories: Student Services
| About 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 2025 |
| Department | University Access Programs |
| Hours per Week | 15 |
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| Position Description/ Job Duties | Basic Responsibilities a. Conduct weekly academic coaching sessions throughout the semester implementing academic strategies that are geared towards the student’s preferred method(s) of learning and are related to their academic challenges. i. Discuss and provide various ways to improve your student’s academic progress ii. Prove and strengthen competency in providing academic assistance iii. Adhere to policy or procedures iv. Report any problems or potential problems to the Graduate Intern for Academic Coaching or Supplemental Instruction Coordinator Academic Support Specialist b. Participate in a bi-weekly group meeting with the Graduate Intern for Academic Coaching and all Academic Coaches for debriefing and support. i. Discuss ongoing appointments ii. Share and receive up to date academic coaching strategies c. Maintain a professional manner at all times Essential Duties a. Provide academic support to students b. Discuss their study habits and provide a plan to either improve their current study habits or encourage them to implement new strategies. c. Coordinate with other departments when needed i. SOAR: Reach out to SOAR if the student discloses they are depressed, have anxiety, are having issues communicating with their professor, or are having any other issues that are of concern to you. ii. Tutoring: If they are struggling with a specific course, redirect them to tutoring. Assist them in filling out the form. Maintenance Activities a. Complete and collect all documentation promptly i. Fill out Intake Form in the first session ii. Complete a Case Note after each session iii. Send the Survey and Acknowledgement Form after the last session b. Attend an Academic Coaching training. Must pass training in order to begin coaching. c. Coordinate weekly meetings with students. i. It is your decision if you want to meet virtually or in person. If you have no 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 or Academic Support Director (e.g. Title IX, misconduct issues, or inappropriate behavior). |
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| 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. |
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