Academic Director

Mansfield Hall • Burlington, VT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mansfield Hall is a living and learning community for neurodivergent college students who are capable of college but not yet fully ready for total independence. The community's work is organized around four areas: Living (independent living skills), Learning (academic and executive functioning), Giving (community involvement), and Engaging (social and emotional growth). Coaches are integral to making these four areas happen in the moment, every day, rather than in a classroom setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences or a related field required
• Three to five years of experience supporting diverse learners or working in higher education, student development, coaching, residential programming, or a related field
• Experience managing direct reports, mentoring staff, or working in a team-based support model
• Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to support students, families, colleagues, and campus partners with professionalism and care

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Coach students through academic planning, coursework management, executive functioning, self-advocacy, and college success skills
• Meet individually with students to help them organize assignments, manage deadlines, prepare for registration, and access accommodations and campus resources
• Build individualized support plans that help students move toward greater independence over time
• Track academic progress, anticipate barriers, and help students respond before small issues become larger problems
• Communicate regularly with families and stakeholders about student progress, concerns, strengths, and support strategies
• Collaborate with college partners, accessibility offices, academic support centers, and internal Mansfield Hall staff
• Supervise, coach, and develop staff as assigned, including training on learning differences and executive functioning
• Participate in team meetings, Director meetings, community meetings, and the on-call rotation

Benefits

• Medical insurance, with the premium cost shared between Mansfield Hall and the employee, plus an HSA option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Employer-funded wellness dollars
• Free meals and drinks during your shift
• Cell phone and internet support
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match
• Paid time off, plus paid winter break
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Work expense reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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