Academic Coach for NCAA Student-Athletes

Saint Joseph's University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia is seeking an Academic Mentor to provide academic support for NCAA Division I student-athletes. This part-time, 20-hour per week position runs for 32 weeks during Fall and Spring semesters.

The role emphasizes proactive interventions, individualized plans, reporting, tutoring coordination, and helping students develop study skills, writing, reading, note-taking, and self-advocacy.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years professional experience with high school or college age students in an educational setting.
• Bachelor’s degree and experience in teaching or learning support.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ACE leadership to support student-athletes, using proactive interventions and individualized academic plans to assist under-prepared students, those with diverse learning profiles, and those at eligibility risk.
• Submit daily and weekly academic reports and updates.
• Coordinate tutoring requests and connect students to various campus resources.
• Follow up with students regarding Starfish flags, concerns expressed by professors or concerns from reports or meetings.
• Provide basic technology support and assist student-athletes to develop computer skills.
• Develop strong working relationships with student-athletes to foster an environment conducive to learning and building key skills necessary for academic and personal success including: critical thinking, writing, reading, note taking, study strategies, and self-advocacy.
• Comply with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, Atlantic 10 and Saint Joseph's University.
• Oversee structured study halls, as needed.
• Work with Supervisor on administrative tasks within the Athlete Center for Enrichment.
• Other duties assigned by the Director.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Platforms

Job description

Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia is seeking an Academic Mentor to provide academic support for NCAA Division I student-athletes. This part-time, 20-hour per week position runs for 32 weeks during Fall and Spring semesters.

The role emphasizes proactive interventions, individualized plans, reporting, tutoring coordination, and helping students develop study skills, writing, reading, note-taking, and self-advocacy.