Academic Success Coach I: Student Growth & Planning

Texas A; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University is seeking an Academic Success Coach I (Office of the Provost) to assist students with academic, financial, career, and social issues affecting success. The role emphasizes early intervention and campus resource navigation to support student outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with no prior experience required, and on-campus, face-to-face interactions may be expected, including possible evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• No prior experience required.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Creates purposeful interactions between students and academic institutions to design individualized, student-centered educational plans that lay the foundation for student success.
• Provides goal-oriented advising prior to or during the first year to foster informed choices in students' educational planning. Suggests and directs access of University resources relevant to career investigation.
• Assists students in understanding academic studies, curriculum requirements, and the relationship between majors and careers. Develops class schedules based on individual student needs and previous academic preparation.
• Assists students in establishing goals for high levels of engagement towards academic progress and success.
• Assumes primary responsibility for early intervention, implementation, and follow-up for students assigned to the University.
• Assists students in addressing problems and connects them with appropriate support services on campus.
• Conveys implications of various policies and procedures related to academic probation and suspension, dropping courses, and satisfactory academic progress.
• Provides general information about financial aid and scholarship requirements and processes, as well as other options for financing education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Database applications

Job description

Texas A&M International University is seeking an Academic Success Coach I (Office of the Provost) to assist students with academic, financial, career, and social issues affecting success. The role emphasizes early intervention and campus resource navigation to support student outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with no prior experience required, and on-campus, face-to-face interactions may be expected, including possible evening/weekend hours.