Student Success Coach – Higher Ed Advising & Retention

St. Edward's University; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

STD/LTD Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas invites applications for the position of Academic Success Coach.

This role provides customized, holistic academic advising and case-management to undergraduate students to support retention, persistence, graduation, and post-graduation opportunities. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and experience in higher education, advising, or related areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in higher education including admissions, student affairs, advising, counseling or related areas.
• Experience in student mentoring, tutoring, supplemental instruction, freshman transition issues, and working with students with academic challenges.

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise students throughout their undergraduate experience in conjunction with their faculty advisor/mentor.
• Advise students individually and/or in groups regarding general education requirements, degree requirements, campus resources, academic policies and procedures.
• Develop proactive relationships that enable coaching and counseling as the primary contact for students navigating college life.
• Maintain connections with faculty and staff across campus, especially Student Success Center, Undergraduate Admissions, Student Financial Services, Residence Life.
• Monitor student progress and provide pertinent services to the retention team; manage caseload year-round.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas invites applications for the position of Academic Success Coach.

This role provides customized, holistic academic advising and case-management to undergraduate students to support retention, persistence, graduation, and post-graduation opportunities. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and experience in higher education, advising, or related areas.