Student Position - Peer Academic Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chesterbrook (PA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The Peer Academic Coach at EasternUniversity’s Academic Resource Center (ARC) supports undergraduate students one-on-one and in small groups to build self-efficacy, resilience, and academic confidence. Coaches meet students where they are, providing a collaborative, encouraging space to navigate academic hurdles and pursue personal and educational goals.

Accepts Federal Work Study (FWS) & Eastern Campus Employment (ECE).

Responsibilities

• Skill Development: Empower peers to cultivate essential academic habits, including time management, proactive study strategies, goal setting, and note-taking.
• Metacognitive Coaching: Guide students in understanding their unique learning styles, reflecting on their academic progress, and adjusting their routines to achieve better outcomes.
• Consistent Accountability: Provide ongoing support and structured check-ins (in-person or virtually) to help students stay on track, celebrate successes, and problem-solve setbacks.
• Campus Connections: Act as a knowledgeable guide to EasternUniversity’s network of support, connecting students to ARCTutoring, Writing Support, Testing Services, and other campus resources.
• Administrative Diligence: Maintain brief, confidential session logs to track student progress and collaborate regularly with ARC professional staff.

Job description

Position Description

The Peer Academic Coach plays a vital role within EasternUniversity’s multi-layered Academic Resource Center (ARC) coachingecosystem. In this peer leadership position, you will work one-on-one and in small groups with fellow undergraduate students to help them build self-efficacy, resilience, and academic confidence. Peer Coaches meet students where they are, offering a collaborative, encouraging space to help them navigate academic hurdles and achieve their personal and educational goals.

Accepts: Federal Work Study (FWS) & Eastern CampusEmployment (ECE)

Position Responsibilities

• Skill Development: Empower peers to cultivate essential academic habits, including time management, proactive study strategies, goal setting, and note-taking.
• Metacognitive Coaching: Guide students in understanding their unique learning styles, reflecting on their academic progress, and adjusting their routines to achieve better outcomes.
• Consistent Accountability: Provide ongoing support and structured check-ins (in-person or virtually) to help students stay on track, celebrate successes, and problem-solve setbacks.
• Campus Connections: Act as a knowledgeable guide to EasternUniversity’s network of support, connecting students to ARCTutoring, Writing Support, Testing Services, and other campus resources.
• Administrative Diligence: Maintain brief, confidential session logs to track student progress and collaborate regularly with ARC professional staff.