MAC Academic Coach

Penn State University • University Park, PA

112d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Morgan Academic Center is accepting applications for part-time Academic Mentor positions throughout the 2025-26 academic year. This position requires an ability to work with at-risk student-athletes to develop and improve upon their study strategies, including but not limited to goal setting, time management, organization, note-taking, reading, study and test preparation, self-monitoring, self-advocacy and critical thinking/problem-solving in a diverse university setting.

Requirements

• A minimum of an earned bachelor's degree, or higher, is preferred
• Current Penn State graduate students are preferred but qualified applicants with equivalent academic credentials and/or experience mentoring or teaching will be considered

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to informally assess student needs and deliver targeted academic interventions

Responsibilities

• Attending weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees
• Writing and submitting timely and accurate session reports
• Attending initial and ongoing meetings/trainings
• Compliance with all related MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies/procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree