Academic Coach

Job Description

Job Description

ACADEMIC COACH

A Day in the Life:

The Academic Coach provides direct support to students by assisting in building their knowledge, skills, and confidence in pursuing fields of study. The Academic Coach is an onsite non-exempt position who reports to the Academic Coordinator.

This position operates in a highly scheduled environment but may require longer hours and occasional weekend work and minimal travel as job duties demand. The Academic Coach position involves a low physical demand.

All the Responsibilities We’ll Trust You With:

• Support students in achieving plans related to academic goals, majors, and degree paths

• Assist students in navigating and accessing educational institution’s services and accommodations

• Coach students in the practice of executive functions for managing and completing coursework

• Communicate student academic progress to Academic Coordinator and/or Assistant Program Director

• Teach related skills that will facilitate overall success in higher education through individual and group sessions

• Instruct CIP approved academic curriculum, usually through direct one-on-one coaching sessions

• Assist students in following through on individual academic plans using each student's academic goals, strengths and challenges

• Facilitate executive functioning and social skills learning through teachable moments in academic environments

• Facilitate study groups and academic assistance appointments with students, providing individualized academic needs

• Tracks student achievement in classes throughout the term on assignments and exams, and records information in the student’s academic file

• Communicate and submit student progress to Academic Coordinator for reporting to the Team Review Process, in the areas of goal progress, grades, and other benchmark data

• Attend student meetings and events as needed

• Assist students to develop, follow through and modify their academic plan

• Advise students on communication (disclosure, clarification, nonverbal, hidden messages) with instructors and support services

*Other Duties as Assigned

Qualities You Possess:

• The Academic Coach will possess exceptional communication skills, precise attention to detail, superior organization and prioritization skills and self-motivation in managing tasks to completion. They will have genuine empathy and awareness of the needs and sensitivities of prospective families, students, and staff.

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise:

• Associate’s degree (or in pursuit of) from an accredited institution in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or a related field is required. Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.

• 1+ years related experience or training

• Education or training in educational approaches, methods, and supports for persons with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other learning differences

• Experience in the field of autism and/or learning disabilities

• Special education and/or career services or placement background, particularly at the higher education level

• Active Drivers License is required.

Why Join CIP?

• Vacation Time - 15 days full time only

• Paid Holidays - 13 days full time only;Holiday premium pay for part time only

• Paid Sick Days and Personal Days accrued

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits: Short and Long-term Disability, Additional Life, Child Life and Spousal Life

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(K) - We offer a Traditional 401(K) and a Roth 401(K) employer match up to 4%

  • Financial Wellness Advisor Services

• Tuition and continued education reimbursement up to $3,000 annually for full time and up to $1,000 for part time

• Wellness reimbursement of $200 per year for full time and $100 per year for part time

• Employee Assistance Program: child care and parenting, senior care and aging, emotional health, health and wellness, legal and financial, access to discounts

• A health advocate to assist with our insurance & healthcare challenges

• Ongoing monthly training and professional development opportunities

• Supportive and Collaborative Culture

*Please note that the benefits listed may change based on business needs, regulatory requirements or other factors

Accommodations Disabilities Act Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job position.

Affirmative Action Plan (AAP)/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

College Internship Program (CIP) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Team members may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary.