Athlete Academic Support and Retention Student Assistant

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University’s Athletic Department is seeking a student employee to assist in academic support, game planning, and the well-being of student-athletes. Hours vary with departmental needs and the time of year.

The role includes monitoring attendance at study sessions, providing peer academic support, helping plan workshops and events, assisting with social media and clerical tasks, and upholding FERPA privacy. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in good standing (minimum sophomore standing).
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (3.5 preferred).
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record attendance for student-athlete study sessions to ensure a quiet, productive learning environment.
• Meet with student-athletes to provide peer academic support and time-management strategies.
• Help plan, coordinate, and execute academic workshops, recognition events, and other department programs.
• Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Academic Services and Retention with social media, clerical tasks, scheduling, data entry, and preparing materials for meetings or events.
• Maintain adherence to FERPA and privacy laws regarding student records.

Job description

Athlete Academic Support and Retention Student Assistant

Job Title Athlete Academic Support and Retention Student Assistant

Position Summary

The Texas Wesleyan University Athletic Department is looking for a student employee who will assist in various activities for the academic support, game planning and well-being of our student-athletes. The student will work various hours depending on needs of the department and time of year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and record attendance for student-athlete study sessions; ensure a quiet, productive environment conducive to learning.


• Meet with student-athletes to provide peer academic support, time management strategies, and encouragement as needed.


• Help plan, coordinate, and execute academic workshops, recognition events, and other department-sponsored programs.


• Assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Academic Services and Retention with social media, clerical tasks, scheduling, data entry, and preparing materials for meetings or events.


• Maintain strict adherence to institutional and federal privacy laws (e.g., FERPA) regarding student records and information.


• Work game days and assist in planning as needed

Experience

None required, training will be given

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in good standing (minimum sophomore standing)


• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (3.5 preferred)


• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills


• Professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Commitment to upholding confidentiality and privacy standards


• Interest in academic support, student success, or student-athlete development


• Ability to work effectively, diplomatically and professionally with a wide range of constituencies.


• Ability to exercise judgment in establishing and executing priorities.


• Ability to understand and meet customers, coaches, and staff needs and expectations.


• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.


• Ability to adhere to University & departmental policies and procedures.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and events in a fluid, changing environment.


• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.


• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.


• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


• Ability to complete all physical tasks and duties.


• Ability to move around campus running errands.


• Ability to withstand exposure to outside weather conditions.


• Prior experience as a student-athlete or in a student support/service role (preferred)


• Knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations related to academic eligibility (a plus, but not required)