Peer Success Coach

Job Summary

OCSD Peer Success Coach is a student position responsible for providing support to first‑year and transfer undergraduate students during their transition to UWSP. The Peer Success Coach serves as a student leader for the First‑Year Experience Seminar class, role model, and mentor to students inside and outside of the classroom by connecting them to on‑ and off‑campus resources.

In addition, the coach assists in coordinating events and programs that provide engaging, inclusive, and academically integrated transitional experiences to enhance student belonging, development, and success at UWSP.

• Attend 100% of assigned First‑Year Experience seminar class in the Fall (if necessary, Spring).
• Arrive at least 10‑15 minutes early to assist with classroom setup and preparation.
• Support professional staff during each class by assisting with attendance, materials, activities, and technology as needed.
• Facilitate or co‑facilitate class activities, discussions, or small group sessions per semester.
• Share weekly insights on student engagement, concerns, or trends with staff.
• Promote course‑related and campus events, ensuring 100% of assigned programs involve students.
• Attend all required trainings and development sessions.
• Set and track at least 2‑3 personal leadership goals per semester.
• Attend and contribute to weekly individual and staff meetings, sharing updates on outreach, engagement, and communications.
• Assist in early alert efforts by identifying and flagging at‑risk students within the first 4‑6 weeks of the semester.
• Assist in collecting and summarizing student feedback on the course experience.

• Be in good academic standing (2.5 GPA or higher).
• Must be Sophomore standing or higher.
• Strong written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Familiar with UWSP campus (academic resources, residential life, campus activities).
• Ability to address sensitive concerns of students in a professional, tactful, and confidential manner.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism.
• Ability to foster an open, friendly, and engaging environment that supports and respects diverse student needs.

• Currently an undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin‑Stevens Point.
• Prior experience as a mentor, tutor, or related leadership position.
• Experience facilitating group discussions.

UW is an Equal Opportunity

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.