Academic Coach​/Professional Tutor - RISE Program; Regular Part-Time - Grant Funded

Position: Academic Coach/Professional Tutor - RISE Program (Regular Part-Time - Grant Funded)
Location: Youngwood

Position Title Academic Coach/Professional Tutor - RISE Program (Regular Part-Time - Grant Funded) Division Student Success(DIV) Department RISE

Job Description

The start date for this position is August 2026.

The Academic Coach/Professional Tutor actively supports RISE program students by fostering academic skills, social-emotional growth, campus navigation, and independent learning habits, while collaborating closely with program staff to monitor student progress and address concerns. This position models professional behavior, maintains a positive and inclusive learning environment, and contributes to a culture of access and student success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

* Provide coaching, academic tutoring, and support in both individual and small-group formats.

* Assist students in developing academic survival skills, time-management, organization, and goal-setting strategies.

* Support students in identifying their academic strengths, areas for improvement, and progress toward individualized learning goals.

* Provide positive reinforcement, motivation, and confidence-building strategies to promote student growth, self-advocacy, and independence.

* Maintain accurate records of academic coaching notes, tutoring sessions, and student progress reports.

* Refer academic and personal concerns to appropriate college personnel (coordinator, counselor, faculty member, etc.).

* Assist students in connecting with campus resources (counseling, disability services, advising, financial aid, etc.).

* Support workshops and structured learning sessions for RISE students as needed.

* Maintain a professional and welcoming learning environment that promotes student success and inclusion.

* Provide weekly one-on-one academic coaching to assigned RISE students

* Support students in developing academic, vocational, social, and independent living skills consistent with their individualized goals.

* Monitor student progress toward program goals and communicate regularly with the Coordinator/RISE.

* Help students strengthen social-emotional and campus-navigation skills within the college environment.

* Provide assistance in a structured study lounge setting.

* Report concerns related to student safety, access, or academic progress.

* Assist the Coordinator/RISE with implementing summer activities for middle and high school student with intellectual disabilities.

* Provide individual and group support to incoming first year RISE students during the summer bridge program.

* Provide support to RISE students at the Youngwood campus and by traveling to the College education centers as needed.

* Ensure confidentiality and comply with laws and college policies related to student records and privacy.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

* Participate in departmental meetings and program trainings, committees, work groups/teams, and professional organizations.

* Participate in professional development and cross-training related to coaching, tutoring, and student support.

* Perform additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products required.

* Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) required.

* Proficient verbal and written communications.

* Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.

* Ability to respond professionally to unpredictability.

* Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.

* Meticulous recordkeeping skills.

* Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem-solving process.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION

* Associate degree in a related field required.

LICENSES

* Valid driver's license required.

CLEARANCES

The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire:

* PA Child History clearance

* PA Criminal Record Check clearance

* FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance

Preferred Qualifications

EXPERIENCE

* Experience working with college students and/or neurodiverse learners preferred.

* Experience supporting students with executive functioning, academic coaching or social-skills development…