Academic Coach - Center for Academic Success and Enrichment

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Center for Academic Success and Enrichment (CASE) seeks an Academic Coach to
work one-on-one and in groups with MCPHS students to build a variety of
learning, organizational, study strategies as well as assisting students to
understand academic policies to position students for success.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or a related field, and minimum of one to three years of experience in an education setting that involves providing direct service to students required. Direct service to college students preferred.
• An understanding of the educational, cultural, and social needs of a diverse student population (domestic and international student community) required.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and as a member of a professional team, establishing strong working relationships across campus constituencies.
• Experience working students in postsecondary education settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential materials and maintain confidentiality when working on specific task or projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in higher education

Responsibilities

• Assists students in the understanding and interpretation of academic policies and procedures.
• Guides students through degree requirements, assists with course selection and referrals through individual academic meetings.
• Counsels students regarding study skills, test taking strategies, and time management.
• Works with students who are referred by faculty and staff for remediation and academic assistance.
• Tracks at-risk students’ progress electronically using learning management software and other data management software.
• Creates Academic Improvement Plans for students on warning and probation.
• Creates and facilitates skill-building workshops, advising/career related workshops, and/or major-specific programming to positively influence the academic success of students.
• Makes effective and timely referrals to the Office of Student Access and Accommodations, Counseling Services, Tutoring Programs and other campus partners and departments.
• Maintains records and collects data to assess the effectiveness of student success initiatives and academic progress.
• Builds relationships with faculty, staff, and academic leaders and serve as a resource for them regarding academic assistance for students.
• Works occasional nights and weekends.
• Assists with Open House, Accepted Students Day, Orientation, and Commencement.
• Participates in retreats and professional development within the Division of Student Achievement and Success.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level