Student Athlete Academic Support Strategist

Penn State; University (FL); On-site; USD 6,900 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State is seeking part-time Academic Coaches to work with at-risk student-athletes across the 2026-27 academic year. The role focuses on developing study strategies, time management, organization, and self-advocacy within a diverse university setting.

Responsibilities include weekly sessions, report writing, trainings, and adherence to MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies. Hours capped at 20 per week with a typical minimum of 5 hours; evenings and Sundays possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree required; higher is preferred.
• Current Penn State graduate students are preferred but qualified applicants with equivalent credentials and/or experience mentoring, coaching or teaching will be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees.
• Write and submit timely and accurate session reports.
• Attend initial and ongoing meetings/trainings and comply with policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Morgan Academic Center is accepting applications for part-time Academic Coach 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.Preferred Skills:* Strong communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to informally assess student needs and deliver targeted academic interventionsResponsibilities include:* 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/proceduresThis 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.To be considered for this position please submit all of the following online:* Completed application* Cover letter* Application materials will be reviewed and accepted on an ongoing basis as needs arise. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . **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.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.