Student Success Coach & Academic Advisor

University of Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Bridgeport is seeking an academic advisor in the Office of Student Academic Success to support first-year degree-seeking students and upper-class advisement. You will guide course selection, monitor progress, and coordinate new-student orientation to boost retention and success.

You will design and deliver student success coaching, lead workshops, maintain advised notes, and connect students with campus resources, while collaborating with faculty and staff for comprehensive

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required from a regionally accredited institution.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general information.
• Excellent English listening and speaking skills; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary academic contact for assigned advisees and provide developmental support.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop action plans for each student.
• Assist with course planning, major exploration, and registration.
• Develop skills and strategies for academic and personal success.

Skills

Communication skills

Student counseling

Time management

Public speaking

Education

Master’s degree in student development, education leadership, counseling

Job description

The University of Bridgeport is seeking an academic advisor in the Office of Student Academic Success to support first-year degree-seeking students and upper-class advisement. You will guide course selection, monitor progress, and coordinate new-student orientation to boost retention and success.

You will design and deliver student success coaching, lead workshops, maintain advised notes, and connect students with campus resources, while collaborating with faculty and staff for comprehensive