Academic Coach - Center for Academic Success and Enrichment

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health SciencesBoston, MA

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
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