Academic Coach

Endicott College

9d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Academic coaches provide professional, student-centered coaching for individuals seeking a collaborative, consistent, and supportive partnership focused on academic growth and development. Through regular engagement, coaches empower students to develop academic self-awareness; build confidence, resilience, and perseverance; strengthen time management and organizational strategies; and improve communication skills with both peers and professionals. Coaches also guide students in identifying and utilizing appropriate resources to support their success. In addition to direct coaching, academic coaches are responsible for maintaining accurate records, achieving and maintaining certification as academic coaches, and participating in ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field required; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
Strong communication skills across written, verbal, and digital platforms required.
Proficiency with, or willingness to learn, key technologies including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Canvas (LMS), email platforms, social media, internet research tools, and electronic scheduling/calendar systems.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in teaching, tutoring, academic coaching, counseling, or mentoring young adults preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet regularly with individual students to support academic growth, reinforce effective learning strategies, and model a professional mindset.
Follow the Center’s academic coaching model, which emphasizes goal setting, reflective practices, and student empowerment.
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse learning styles, intellectual development, executive functioning challenges, and psychosocial factors that may impact student success.
Efficiently use the Center’s record management system to track student interactions and progress.
Complete all required reports and participate in scheduled meetings with the Center Director to review student development.
Maintain timely and clear communication with the Center Director regarding student progress and any concerns that arise.
Attend required training sessions to achieve and maintain the designation of “Professional Academic Coach” as established by the National Tutoring Association.
Participate in mandatory professional development seminars.
Engage in ongoing, optional development opportunities, such as mentoring partnerships and other Center-led initiatives to enhance coaching practices.
Perform other duties as assigned