Academic Coach

Job Title:

Academic Coach

Location:

Gordon State College

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Job

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

The Academic Coach provides coaching to students identified as academically s position supports student persistence by helping students develop effective academic strategies, connecting them to campus resources, and monitoring their progress. The Academic Coach also champions a coordinated care approach by collaborating with campus partners to address barriers to student success. In addition, this role provides mentorship and guidance to academic coaches, tutors, and other student support staff.

• Provide individualized academic and success coaching to students identified as at risk due to academic performance or other barriers to persistence.
• Assist students in developing strategies for academic improvement, including study skills, time management, goal setting, and accountability.
• Conduct proactive outreach to students through meetings, calls, and electronic communication to encourage engagement and persistence.
• Help students identify barriers to academic success and connect them with appropriate campus resources and support services.
• Document coaching sessions, action plans, and student progress in appropriate student success systems.
• Facilitate workshops or small-group sessions on academic success strategies as needed.

• Monitor student academic progress using institutional data, early alert systems, and faculty referrals.
• Track student engagement, academic outcomes, and the effectiveness of interventions.
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, coaching plans, and follow-up activities.
• Identify trends related to student performance and persistence and share relevant insights with leadership.

• Collaborate with academic departments, faculty, advising staff, tutoring services, and other student support units to support student success.
• Participate in coordinated care discussions and case management meetings when appropriate.
• Communicate with campus partners to address barriers affecting student persistence.
• Contribute to campus initiatives focused on improving retention, persistence, and completion.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or discipline.

Experience working with students in teaching, advising, coaching, tutoring, or related support roles (secondary or post-secondary).

Experience supporting students experiencing academic difficulty (secondary or post-secondary).

• Knowledge of effective academic coaching and student success strategies.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse student populations.
• Ability to manage multiple student cases while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to analyze student progress data and support appropriate interventions.
• Skill in collaboration and problem-solving.
• Skill in interpersonal communication.
• Commitment to student-centered practices that support persistence and completion.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)._conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Commitment to Excellence:
Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success:
Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity:
Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging:
Embrace and celebrate…