Academic Success Coach

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Academic Success Coach to work 20 hours per week over a 10-month period. The role focuses on one-to-one coaching, helping students build time management, study strategies, and motivation while delivering workshops and presentations.

Coaching is conducted in person and via Zoom, with outreach to assigned caseloads and collaboration across CAST to connect students with campus resources and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related professional experience.
• Experience working with students in academic coaching, advising, or related roles.
• Knowledge of evidence-based student success strategies and time management.
• Proficiency with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.
• Strong communication and confidentiality in diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one academic success coaching in-person or via Zoom.
• Develop student skills in time management, goal setting, and organization.
• Manage assigned student caseloads and conduct proactive outreach.
• Deliver presentations and workshops on academic success.
• Collaborate with CAST colleagues to connect students with campus resources.

Skills

Student coaching

Time management

Communication

Public speaking

Workshop delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Two years related experience

Job description

The Center for Academic Success and Transition (CAST) is seeking a passionate, student-centered professional to serve as an Academic Success Coach. This 20-hour, 10-month position is primarily responsible for providing one-to-one academic success coaching (in person and via Zoom) that helps undergraduate students develop the skills, strategies, and confidence needed to thrive at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Academic Success Coaches partner with students to strengthen time management, learning strategies, goal setting, motivation, organization, course preparation, and school-life balance while helping them navigate the challenges and opportunities of college. The position also includes proactive outreach and follow-up with students, management of assigned student caseloads, and delivery of presentations and workshops focused on academic success.

The Academic Success Coach collaborates with colleagues across CAST and the university to connect students with campus resources, support student success initiatives, and contribute to a welcoming, student-centered environment. Through individualized coaching, strengths-based guidance, and meaningful relationship building, the coach empowers students to take ownership of their learning and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related professional experience.
• Experience working with students at secondary or post secondary level in an academic coaching, advising, counseling, student success, transition, or retention-related role.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting students in ways that promote their academic success, personal development, and persistence.
• Knowledge of evidence-based student success strategies and academic support practices, including study skills, time management, learning strategies, motivation, goal setting, and student well-being.
• Proficiency with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation, and student management/course management systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and adapt to dynamic student needs while ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team, managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced academic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate, and provide feedback to students, faculty, and staff in a clear and supportive manner in diverse settings.
• Ability to deliver presentations, workshops, and other educational programming related to academic success and student engagement.
• Proven ability to build meaningful, supportive relationships with students in one-on-one coaching, mentoring, or advising settings.

About Lincoln and the University of Nebraska

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

Lincoln, Nebraska, is a city of nearly 300,000 people and the state capital, where residents enjoy a low cost of living, high-quality public schools, and more parkland per capita than most U.S. cities. See https://www.unl.edu/lincoln/.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.