Academic Coach

The University of Arizona has established a Flexible Work Initiative to further explore options that support our employees while allowing them to successfully carry out day-to-day operations. This position is eligible for flexible scheduling. Flexible Work Arrangements will be evaluated every six months, or as needed to assess department workforce needs.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Teach and provide support to students in sections of UNIV 100. Prepare lessons, assess student work, hold office hours according to UNIV 100 instructional team standards.
• Contribute to the curriculum for the UNIV 100 course with an understanding of first-year student experience. Assist with designing relevant course modules, assess student work, and provide resources to assist students according to the instructional team standards.
• Manage a student caseload including meeting 1-1 with students for Academic Coaching sessions, doing outreach to students, responding to inquiries and emails from students, and record-keeping.
• Develop, monitor, evaluate and adjust individualized learning plans for students.
• Identify, teach, and monitor the use of essential academic strategies for students during one-on-one meetings as well as within the classroom. Create engaging educational materials for one-on-one student meetings.
• Deliver specialized student services such as workshops and presentations for specific academic colleges, academic advisors, and campus departments.
• Maintain accurate student records and data from appointments, workshops, and UNIV 100 classes for program reporting and assessment. Comply with the team's established data management practices and schedules.
• Maintain current knowledge of campus services and policies and refer students to appropriate university resources, policies, and professionals to assist students in reaching their educational goals.
• Work with supervisor and other staff to ensure educational services are delivered in an efficient, effective manner and streamlined for students.
• Regularly communicate the progress, outcomes, and direction of work to supervisor.
• Support department and divisional student success efforts through participation in a variety of activities and committee work.
• Participate in research goals of department through program development, implementation, evaluation, and modification.
• Make recommendations concerning improvement of programs and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in implementing and facilitating a student success program that combines learning strategies, academic study skills, and student development theory and practice.
• Knowledge of FERPA and ethical principles in working with students.
• Skilled in referring and connecting students to university services and resources.
• Skilled in working effectively with a team to achieve common goals and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to establish a supportive relationship with students.
• Ability to implement academic coaching principles, tools, resources, and learning strategies.
• Ability to implement Instructional Design principles, course instruction, facilitation tools and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to create a welcoming environment for all students and their unique needs.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and high degree of openness to new approaches and new ideas.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate including strong consultative, collaborative and mediation skills; excellent presentation, public speaking and writing skills; proactive and responsive interpersonal skills.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required.

• Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
  
• Experience in coordinating and developing learning support services.
  
• Experience with instructional delivery in academic support courses at the university or high school level.