Academic Success Coach

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable).

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Center for Academic Coaching

We are seeking dynamic and highly skilled individuals to serve as Academic Success Coaches who blend professional coaching practices with academic advising and instructional responsibilities. This role supports student success through individualized coaching, academic guidance, and facilitation of skill-building learning experiences.

Academic Success Coaches will apply coaching methodologies, collaboratively guide students in planning their academic path, and teach targeted success-oriented workshops/courses that build skills related to academic success, persistence, retention, and career readiness.

This is a full-time, in-person position due to the teaching and campus-based nature of coaching and student support responsibilities. The role reports to Lead Academic Success Coach.

Significant Duties and

Responsibilities include:

Success Coaching (approximately 40-45%) - Provide 1:1 and group coaching using ICF-aligned competencies to support students' leadership development, academic persistence, and personal growth. Partner with students to clarify goals, identify challenges, and co-create actionable plans for academic, professional, and personal success. Use coaching techniques (active listening, reflective questioning, accountability structures, visioning, etc.) to build self-awareness and agency. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism consistent with ICF ethical guidelines.

Facilitate coaching workshops that promote skill development in areas such as growth mindset, resilience, personal success strategies, and goal attainment.;
Academic Advising (approximately 40-45%) - Advise students on academic requirements, course selection, major and career pathways, and degree completion. Co-construct personalized academic roadmaps with students and encourage them to take increasing ownership of decisions. Track student performance and maintain proactive outreach strategies based on risk indicators (e.g., GPA, progression, withdrawal requests). Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, and campus partners to resolve barriers and support holistic student needs.

Make referrals to campus resources as appropriate (career design, counseling, tutoring, financial services, etc.). Support development of academic skills including time management, study skills, and stress management.;
Teaching & Instruction (10-20%) - Teach credit-bearing or non-credit academic success, transition, or persistence-oriented courses and/or workshops as assigned (in-person or hybrid formats). Develop and deliver student success curriculum aligned with institutional learning outcomes, student retention objectives, and coaching methodology. Assess student learning outcomes and adjust instruction for continuous improvement. Maintain required instructional records including attendance, grades, and evaluations. Coordinate classroom learning with individual coaching and…