Job Description

Academic Coach - Student Employee

Job no: 494173
Work Type: Student employee
Location: Abilene
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 - Student Employee

Department

University Access Programs

Hours per Week

15-20

Job Qualifications

Junior or higher by hours 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 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
a. Participate in meetings with the Graduate Intern for Academic
Coaching or Associate Director of Academic Support Programs for debriefing and support.
i. Discuss ongoing appointments
ii. Share and receive up-to-date academic coaching strategies
b. 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. 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
Associate Director of Academic Support Programs (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: July 28, 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

Job Tags

Internship, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Weekday work,

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