Part Time - Success Center - Academic Coach

Penn State University • Media, PA

8d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Penn State Brandywine Student Academic Success Center is accepting applications for part-time Academic Coach openings. The role requires an ability to work with students whose promise can be developed through improvements in study strategies, executive function, and self-monitoring. This is a part‑time opening of up to 20 hours per week, with a typical minimum commitment of five hours weekly. The pay is $20 per hour. Coaching is primarily conducted one‑on-one, though opportunities may arise to lead workshops, facilitate group sessions, or provide subject‑specific tutoring depending on the candidate’s skills and expertise. Regular on-campus presence is an essential function of this work.

Requirements

• Requires an Associates degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to teach and model academic skills, including time management, organization, study strategies, and goal‑setting.
• Strong documentation and record‑keeping skills, including timely submission of session notes and comfort with learning new systems and participating in required trainings.
• Reliable on‑campus availability for scheduled coaching sessions is required.
• 1-3 years experience working with college students, especially those developing executive functioning or study skills preferred as well as experience in tutoring, coaching, advising, and/or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly scheduled appointments with assigned students: assist students in identifying strengths and weaknesses; teach skills relevant to student situation; help students set realistic academic goals; suggest additional services as appropriate.
• Write and submit timely and accurate session reports and maintain contact with SASC director to manage coached students and assess ongoing needs.
• Attend initial and ongoing trainings and meetings, including FERPA and all applicable Penn State required compliance trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees