Academic Coach, Math

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a part-time Academic Coach to empower students through coaching and tutoring. This temporary/seasonal position involves group and individual academic coaching, developing workshops, and assisting with library functions.

Qualifications include at least one year of college education and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes collaboration with a diverse user base and customer service. Compensation is set at $13 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a grade of B or better in the subject area at the level of tutoring.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with students in tutoring situations.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to contribute in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic coaching in group or individual settings, including online tutoring.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Conducts library tours and provides first-line research assistance.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication

Ability to collaborate with diverse users

Customer service focus

Fluency in Spanish

Education

One year of college education

Job description

Job Overview

Part‑time, temporary/seasonal Academic Coach position in the Learning Resources and Support mission to empower students through coaching.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic coaching in group or individual settings, including online tutoring.
• Assists in developing and presenting workshops and resources.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Adheres to FERPA and National Tutoring Association Code of ethics.
• Conducts library tours, provides first‑line research assistance, and assists patrons with basic computer skills.
• Handles circulation functions, answers phones, re‑shelves materials, and performs sweeps of the library.
• Takes requests for inter‑library loans, assists with copies, handles cash accurately, and performs occasional data entry tasks.
• Assists with department projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of college education and a grade of B or better in the subject area at the level of tutoring.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse users, colleagues, and faculty; effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Customer service focus and strong work ethic.
• Fluency in Spanish is a strength.

Competence & Judgement

• Reports inappropriate student behavior to LRS staff.
• Promotes independent learning and directs patrons to appropriate resources.

Skills & Abilities

• Models appropriate behaviors that support the department vision.
• Models effective learning and study strategies.
• Willingness to contribute in a team environment.
• Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with students in tutoring situations.

Compensation

$13 per hour. Exempt. Full‑time equivalent 48.8%.

EEO Statement

Western Nevada College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics. The college is committed to nondiscrimination in its programs and activities.