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September 17, 2024
University of Arizona
Tucson
FULL TIME
Academic Coach
Posting Number
req20576
Department
Think Tank
Department Website Link
Location
Main Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The Academic Coach will meet individually with students referred from specific programs, academic colleges, institutional initiatives to develop comprehensive educational plans for student academic success. This position will design and deliver educational services and programs that align with best practices in retention. In addition to meeting individually with students, Academic Coaches will teach SAS100AX, a two-unit hybrid course, with in-person meetings and asynchronous work. It provides evidence-based learning strategies to first-year students to make their studying more effective and efficient.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Holistically support students through one-on-one meetings who are referred to THINK TANK Academic Coaches through Schedule for Success, Academic Recovery, and students participate in THINK TANK’s Academic Coaching fee-based program.
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Teach multiple sections of SAS100AX, a success strategies course designed to support students who are concurrently enrolled in MATH 100. This includes leading class sessions, assessing student work, assisting students, and meeting one on one with students.
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Work with Undergraduate Teaching Assistants, who will help facilitate classes and assist with grading and administration.
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Work with Peer Academic Coaches, who also meet one on one with students and lead academic skills workshops.
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Develop, monitor, evaluate and adjust individualized learning plans for students on their various rosters (Academic Recovery, Schedule for Success, and fee-based Academic Coaching).
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Identify, instruct and monitor the use of essential academic strategies for students during one-on-one meetings as well as within the classroom.
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Contribute to the curriculum for the SAS 100AX course. This includes understanding the first-year student experience, designing relevant course modules, assessing student work, and providing resources to assist students according to the Instructional Team standards.
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Create engaging educational materials for one-on-one student meetings
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Maintain accurate and timely student records from standing appointments and within the SAS 100AX class that can assist in program reporting and assessment.
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Understand, incorporate, and direct students to appropriate university resources, policies, and professionals to assist students in reaching their educational goals.
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Develop rapport and productive relationships with students by creating welcoming environments and implementing coaching strategies for students to grow and gain new skills.
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Commit to making students’ learning success the central concern of relationships with them.
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Work with supervisor and other staff to ensure educational services are delivered in an efficient, effective manner and streamlined for students.
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Deliver specialized student services such as workshops and presentations for target populations and work with academic colleges, academic advisors, and campus departments.
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Participate in research goals of department through program development, implementation, evaluation, and modification.
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Regularly communicate the progress, outcomes, and direction of work to supervisor.
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Make recommendations concerning improvement of programs and services.
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Support divisional student success efforts through participation in a variety of department activities and committee work.
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Support department through participation in a variety of activities and committee work.
- All other duties as assigned by the Manager of Academic Coaching Services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge in implementing and facilitating a student success program that combines learning strategies, academic study skills, and student development theory and practice.
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Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
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Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and high degree of openness to new approaches and new ideas.
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Willingness to connect students to THINK TANK services, program components, and university resources.
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Ability to establish a supportive relationship with students.
- Understanding of and commitment to best practices for creating an environment sensitive to student diversity that promotes inclusive educational excellence.
- Experience in coordinating and developing learning support services.
- Experience with instructional delivery in academic support courses at the university or high school level.
- Knowledge of FERPA and ethical principles in working with students.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required; AND 1 year of relevant work experience may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Student Services
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$47,356-$59,195
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
6
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$47356
Grade Range Midpoint
$59195
Grade Range Maximum
$71034
Career Stream and Level
PC1
Job Family
Student Support
Job Function
Student Services
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
10/7/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Sarah Boatright
sboatright@arizona.edu
sboatright@arizona.edu
Open Date
9/16/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
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