Salary Range: USD $36,890.00/Yr. - USD $55,330.00/Yr.
Locations: Auburn University, AL
Categories: Student Resources
Job Type: Non-Faculty
Position Type: Part-Time
Department: Accessibility
Associated Division: Provost & SeniorVP Academic Affairs
Req ID: 9359
Overview
The Academic Coach provides professional, individualized academic coaching services to students with learning differences and executive functioning challenges.
Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their application. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities
Counsels students in developing organizational, time management and study skills by providing tangible strategies and tools in order to help the student successfully navigate the transition from secondary to post-secondary education.
Meets with students one on one to provide support, encourage accountability, and develop critical thinking skills and self-awareness.
Develops and teaches effective study skills and strategies to encourage academic success.
Provides guidance to students in determining short and long term academic goals to enhance academic skill development. Monitors students grades, as reported by the student and on Canvas to assist students in reaching their personal grade goals.
Advises students on university policies and how the policies apply to their academic progress. Educates students on university resources and refers students as needed.
Coaches students on effective and professional communication with faculty and staff.
Attends training and professional development opportunities to enhance academic coaching skills.
Maintains consistent and comprehensive records and files for tracking and data analysis.
May teach a UNIV course or workshops for neurodiverse students.
May support the SKILL Program Director in administrative and academic support tasks. May develop curricula and programming for SKILL students and staff.
May support the Office of Accessibility by participating in staff meetings, workshops, trainings, and campus events such as Camp War Eagle.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Psychology, Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field and 1 year of experience working with students with disabilities. Preferred experience in advising, counseling, or teaching students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED FOR EDUCATION: Yes, When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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