Academic Coach - Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP)

University of California; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness breaks

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Meal deals

Job summary

The University of Texas Permian Basin invites applications for an Academic Coach in the Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) program. The role supports undergraduate and post-baccalaureate teacher candidates through individualized coaching, progress monitoring, and resource navigation to promote academic success and professional readiness.

Responsibilities include providing various coaching sessions, developing success strategies, and collaborating with faculty and student-services while

Qualifications

• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in education, social/behavioral science, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic success coaching through in-person, virtual, and group sessions.
• Guide students in goal setting, time management, organization, study skills, and self-advocacy.
• Monitor student progress and coordinate interventions within professional authority.
• Maintain coaching records and ensure FERPA compliance when recording data.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Independent and team work

Diversity commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, social/behavioral science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Academic Coach - Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP)

The University of Texas Permian Basin welcomes applications for the position of Academic Coach with our Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) Program

Salary Range

Essential Functions

The Academic Coach, Teacher Certification Pathways (TCP) supports the academic success, engagement, persistence, and completion of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate teacher candidates by providing individualized student-success coaching, proactive outreach, progress monitoring, structured intervention, resource navigation, and academic-success programming. Working with faculty, academic advisors, certification personnel, the Educator Preparation Program, and student-support offices, the position helps students develop effective learning, time-management, self-advocacy, accountability, and professional-readiness strategies; maintains accurate coaching and grant records; uses student data to identify barriers and recommend service improvements; and coordinates appropriate referrals and follow-up. Formal academic advising decisions, certification determinations, clinical counseling, personnel decisions, program policy, and budget authority remain with designated University officials.

Individual Academic Success Coaching and Goal Development

1. Provide individualized academic success coaching to Teacher Certification Pathways students through in-person, virtual, and group coaching sessions.
2. Guide students in developing practical academic-success strategies, including goal setting, time management, organization, study skills, test preparation, self-regulation, accountability, and self-advocacy.
3. Build structured coaching relationships that support student confidence, motivation, persistence, academic engagement, and progress toward educational and professional goals.
4. Conduct proactive outreach and scheduled follow-up to assess student progress, reinforce action plans, and address emerging barriers to success.

Progress Monitoring, Intervention, and Resource Navigation

1. Monitor student participation, academic performance, engagement, and progress toward established goals using available student-success and institutional data.
2. Identify students experiencing academic, personal, financial, or transitional challenges; coordinate timely interventions within assigned authority; and connect students with appropriate University or community resources.
3. Support onboarding, orientation, transition, persistence, and re-engagement activities for new, transfer, and continuing Teacher Certification Pathways students.
4. Collaborate with academic advisors, faculty, certification personnel, and student-services staff to coordinate student-support strategies while academic advising and certification decisions remain with designated authorities.

Workshops, Data, Records, and Grant Support

1. Develop and facilitate workshops, coaching sessions, and learning opportunities focused on academic success, professional skills, educator readiness, student engagement, and effective use of University resources.
2. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential coaching records, student contacts, progress notes, intervention documentation, and referral outcomes in designated institutional systems.
3. Identify recurring trends and barriers affecting student achievement and recommend coaching, communication, referral, or service-delivery improvements to program leadership.
4. Document grant-funded coaching activities, collect required data, maintain supporting records, and contribute to program and sponsor reporting requirements.

Program Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

1. Promote awareness and appropriate use of tutoring, financial aid, accessibility services, counseling, career services, wellness resources, and other student-support programs.
2. Support program assessment, continuous-improvement activities, special projects, and student-success initiatives within the College of Education.
3. Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, training opportunities, and University committees as assigned.
4. Maintain FERPA compliance and protect confidential student information and records.
5. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in education, social/behavioral science, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Two (2) years of professional experience supporting student success, academic coaching, mentoring, advising, case management, counseling support, retention initiatives, or related student-facing services in an educational setting.
3. Demonstrated initiative with the ability to take ownership of projects and have exceptional follow-through.
4. Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, students, school leaders, site coordinators, student mentors and the public.
5. Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, nontraditional, first-generation student population.
6. Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
7. Effective written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
8. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bilingual (Fluent in Spanish, both written and oral).
2. Knowledge of Texas educator preparation requirements, teacher certification processes, clinical teaching requirements, and Texas Education Agency (TEA) regulations.
3. Experience coaching, mentoring, supporting, or advising first-generation, nontraditional, adult, or underserved student populations.
4. Knowledge of student success, persistence, retention, and coaching best practices in higher education.
5. Demonstrated evidence of self-motivation and attention to detail.
6. Ability to proactively solve problems.
7. Practice sound judgment, tact, and the ability to multitask under pressure.
8. Experience managing student data and communications using PeopleSoft systems, Slate, and the Canvas Learning Management System.

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

1. Cover Letter
2. Résumé
3. List of References
4. Transcripts (Preferred)
5. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Schedule

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 - 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.

Standard Working Conditions

1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation.

University Benefits

1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University

The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.

As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.

Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment. Visit our social media sites below for more information.

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