Academic Coach

Central State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Central State University is seeking an Upward Bound Academic Coach to provide after-school tutoring and support for program participants. You will design lesson plans to help students understand key subjects and motivate their progress, while tracking attendance and completing required documentation.

The role emphasizes working with low-income and first-generation students, with opportunities to collaborate with school counselors and families. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience tutoring at-risk/low-income youth is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Tutor CSU Upward Bound participants during after-school tutoring.
• Develop lesson plans to motivate and guide understanding of subject matter.
• Maintain daily attendance records and submit required documentation.

Skills

Tutoring across subjects

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual preferred

Assessments

Communication skills

Standardized instruments

Computing literacy

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Background Check:
All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.

Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.

Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Posting Number

Posting Number 0801851

Classification Title

Classification Title Academic Coach

Working Title

Department

Department Upward Bound

Department Contact Email

Job Summary/Basic Function

Job Description

The Upward Bound Academic Coach will be responsible for providing academic tutoring to the Upward Bound participants during the after-school tutoring time.

Essential Functions

• Tutor CSU Upward Bound participants
• Develop appropriate lesson plans to assist and motivate participants in gaining the necessary tools to comprehend the subject matters.
• Be responsible for using a wide variety of motivational techniques and submit records and documentation as required by the Federal Government.
• Maintain a daily attendance list. Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to tutor in multiple subjects
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, school counselors, parents/guardians. Demonstrated ability to understand and work with low-income and first-generation clients.
• Knowledge of issues affecting the academic potential of low income, at-risk, first-generation college-bound youth (bilingual preferred).
• Ability to conduct academic, educational, and social assessments on program participants as required.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to administer standardized instruments for college placement of participants.
• Working knowledge of personal and instructional computing applications required.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/27/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Category

Position Category Temporary

Budgeted Annual Salary

Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience

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