Peer Academic Coaches

Position: 2025-2026 Peer Academic Coaches
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Position Information

Posting Number Job Title  Peer Academic Coaches Department Falcon Success Center Rate of Pay $8.50 hourly FLSA Non-Exempt Estimated Number of Hours Per Week Employment Status Part Time Temporary Student Appointment Type Jobship and Work-Study General Description

Peer coaches will help students:

* Identify and use appropriate campus services;

* Become familiar with academic policies;

* Work on improving time management to avoid and/or overcome procrastination;

* Set and maintain academic goals;

* Organize class materials and prepare for assignments and exams;

* Build self-confidence;

* Adopt accountability strategies.

Essential

Job Duties

* Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with peers focusing on helping new students make a smooth transition, acclimate to campus, and establish a sense of belonging;

* Make weekly contact with mentees;

* Assist with workshops as requested by the Student Success Coach (SSC);

* Assist students in meeting academic expectations (attendance, grades, conduct, and accountability);

* Maintain confidentiality with peer's personal information, such as contact information, issues, or problems;

* Determine conflict resolutions and understand when to seek advice and guidance from the SSC;

* Be considerate, courteous, friendly, and cooperative with fellow peers, staff, and mentees;

* Participate in mentor trainings and workshops assigned by the SSC;

* Meet regularly with the SSC to set goals and review progress of meeting those goals;

* Conduct and lead weekly accountability groups consisting of 6-8 students.

Education and Experience

Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

* Must be enrolled as a student at the University of Montevallo;

* Passed English 101 and English 102 with at least a B;

* Has a UM institutional GPA of 2.75 or higher;

* Must possess strong oral and written communication skills;

* Desire to help students succeed;

* Have not had any student conduct referrals in the past year (previous 2 semesters).

Preferred Major Licenses, Certification or Registrations

None

Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Open Date 05/09/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* * Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?

* Yes

* No

* * Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?

* Yes

* No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents