Academic Coach - Science

NWTC•Green Bay, WI

3d•$54,516 - $58,751•Onsite

About The Position

The Science Academic Coach advances persistence, retention, and student success by providing academic coaching, supplemental instruction, and targeted learning support for students taking science-related courses. The role supports natural science disciplines including anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, and related coursework. Through individual and group coaching, classroom partnerships, proactive outreach, and learning-resource development, the coach helps students strengthen content knowledge and learning strategies, build confidence, and progress toward their educational goals. Working with faculty, Academic Coaching and Tutoring colleagues, and student-support partners, the coach identifies learning challenges, aligns services with course goals, monitors student progress, and promotes an inclusive and welcoming learning environment. The position also supports program assessment by maintaining and analyzing service and outcome data, and uses instructional technology and student-success tools to improve service delivery. The primary location is Green Bay, with periodic travel to the Sturgeon Bay and Marinette campuses and occasional travel throughout the District. The position is 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; flexibility to work evenings to support night classes is required. The posted annual salary range is $54,516 to $58,751, with placement based on education, experience, current wages, and internal equity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Human Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Laboratory Science, Education, or a related scientific field; an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Two years of related experience in teaching, tutoring, academic coaching, laboratory science, higher education support services, or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Demonstrated knowledge of college-level natural science concepts, including biology, anatomy and physiology, and chemistry.
Understanding of adult learning theory, learning differences, and evidence-based learning strategies.
Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and in a student-centered manner.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to student success and belonging.
Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, learning management systems such as Canvas, student-success and communication platforms, electronic mail systems, and standard office technology.
Valid driver’s license and insurability under the District’s standard insurance policy.
Ability to work at a computer, facilitate or demonstrate instructional activities, and attend meetings for extended periods.
Ability to navigate campus locations, classrooms, offices, meeting spaces, and events as needed.
Ability to operate office equipment, instructional technology, tools, or controls required for the position.
Ability to effectively access, interpret, and exchange information with students, employees, and community members.
Ability to transport or move instructional materials, supplies, or equipment, with or without assistance or adaptive equipment, if applicable.
Flexibility to work evenings to support night classes.

Responsibilities

Provide academic coaching, supplemental instruction, and learning support for students in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, and other natural science courses.
Work with Academic Coaching and Tutoring colleagues to identify, implement, and standardize practices that improve coaching effectiveness, student engagement, and learning outcomes.
Collaborate with faculty to identify student learning challenges, develop interventions, and align coaching services with course outcomes and instructional goals.
Conduct individual and group coaching sessions that reinforce course concepts and help students develop effective study skills, learning strategies, and academic habits.
Develop and maintain instructional materials, study guides, practice activities, review tools, and other learning resources.
Deliver classroom presentations, review sessions, and other supplemental instruction activities.
Monitor student progress and proactively contact students identified as academically at risk to encourage persistence and course completion.
Foster an inclusive, welcoming, student-centered learning environment that promotes confidence, belonging, and academic growth.
Coordinate student support with Academic Coaching and Tutoring staff, faculty, and student-support departments.
Participate in faculty and department meetings to stay informed about course expectations, student needs, and improvement opportunities.
Collect, maintain, and analyze utilization, engagement, and outcome data to evaluate program effectiveness and support institutional reporting.
Use instructional technologies, learning management systems, and student-success tools to support service delivery and engagement.
Maintain current knowledge of science curriculum, coaching practices, learning theories, and student-success strategies.