Remote Program Mentor — Education & Student Success Coach

Western Governors University; Millcreek (UT); Remote; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible PTO

Parental leave

Tuition discount

Retirement plan

Job summary

Western Governors University seeks a Program Mentor for the School of Education across the Pacific and Mountain Time Zones. The role coaches students through online programs, supports career competency development, and ensures academic progress.

Time expectations: full-time about 40 hours per week, with occasional travel up to 20%. Primary work-from-home in continental US, remote collaboration with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Master's or advanced degree with applicable licenses or certifications.
• Minimum 3 years of student support, mentoring, coaching within a K-12 certified school.
• Ability to work a student-friendly schedule including evenings/weekends.
• Experience with diverse learner profiles.

Responsibilities

• Coach and guide students through programs to support competency development.
• Manage a group of students and monitor academic progress.
• Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms.
• Maintain a student-friendly schedule with flexible outside hours.
• Collaborate with university colleagues to foster a student-focused environment.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Student support

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Western Governors University seeks a Program Mentor for the School of Education across the Pacific and Mountain Time Zones. The role coaches students through online programs, supports career competency development, and ensures academic progress.

Time expectations: full-time about 40 hours per week, with occasional travel up to 20%. Primary work-from-home in continental US, remote collaboration with faculty and staff.