Student Athlete Academic Support Strategist

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Morgan Academic Center invites applicants for part-time Student Athlete Academic Support Strategist roles for the 2026-27 academic year. You will support at-risk student-athletes by improving study skills, including goal setting, time management, organization, note-taking, reading, and test prep.

Hours up to 20 weekly; evenings and Sundays possible; remote/hybrid not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or teaching is a plus.
• Ability to work with at-risk student-athletes in a diverse university setting.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly appointments with mentees.
• Write and submit timely session reports.
• Attend initial and ongoing meetings/trainings.
• Compliance with MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Needs assessment

Academic interventions

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Morgan Academic Center is accepting applications for part-time Student Athlete Academic Support Strategist positions throughout the 2026-27 academic year. This position requires an ability to work with at-risk student-athletes to develop and improve upon their study strategies, including but not limited to goal setting, time management, organization, note‑taking, reading, study and test preparation, self‑monitoring, self‑advocacy and critical thinking/problem‑solving in a diverse university setting. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to informally assess student needs and deliver targeted academic interventions

Responsibilities

• Attending weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees
• Writing and submitting timely and accurate session reports
• Attending initial and ongoing meetings/trainings
• Compliance with all related MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies/procedures

This position is limited to a maximum of (20) hours per week with a (typical) minimum commitment of 5 hours per week; however, hours are not guaranteed and may vary each week/semester including the possibility of evenings and Sundays.

A minimum of an earned bachelor`s degree, or higher, is preferred; current Penn State graduate students are preferred but qualified applicants with equivalent academic credentials and/or experience mentoring, coaching or teaching will be considered.

Background Check/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community.