Part-Time Temporary Academic Coach
American University · Washington, DC
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About the Job
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University
Department
Academic Coaching
Time Type
Part time
Job Type:
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Union
Excluded
Summary
The Eagle Learning Center seeks a Part-Time Temporary Academic Coach to provide individualized academic coaching and student success support to undergraduate and graduate students. The Academic Coach will assist students in developing effective learning strategies, strengthening academic skills, improving time management and organization, and achieving their educational goals. Through a strengths-based and student-centered approach, the coach promotes academic achievement, persistence, retention, and timely degree completion.
This temporary position supports the Eagle Learning Center's mission to empower students to become independent learners through personalized coaching, accountability, and connection to campus resources. The Academic Coach collaborates with faculty, advisors, student support, and other professionals to enhance student success and engagement.
Primary responsibilities include: 1.) conducting one-on-one academic coaching sessions with students, 2.) assisting students in developing academic success plans and achieving measurable goals, 3.) teaching effective study skills, time management, organization, note-taking, and test preparation strategies, 4.) supporting students experiencing academic challenges, transitions, or other barriers to success, 5.) connecting students with appropriate campus resources and support services, 6.) maintaining accurate coaching records and documentation, 7.) participating in outreach initiatives, workshops, and student success programming, 8.) collaborating with campus partners to support student retention and persistence efforts, 9.) upholding student confidentiality and professional standards.
Essential Functions
1.) Academic Coaching and Student Support
- Conduct individual coaching sessions, assist students with goal setting, academic planning, self-advocacy, and problem-solving strategies.
2.) Academic Skills Development
- Teach and reinforce skills such as time management, study strategies, note-taking, test preparation, and learning techniques.
3.) Student Progress Monitoring and Intervention
- Review academic performance, identify at-risk students, develop intervention plans, and coordinate support services.
4.) Campus Collaboration and Outreach
- Partner with faculty, advisors, student support offices, and campus programs; conduct workshops and outreach activities to promote student success resources.
5.) Documentation, Assessment, and Reporting
- Maintain coaching records, track student outcomes, prepare reports, and utilize student success data to inform practice.
Competencies
- Serving Customers.
- Prioritizing and Organizing.
- Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
- Supporting Coworkers.
- Displaying Creativity.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Part-time.
- Between 20 - 27.75 hours per week.
- This is a temporary position with an anticipated appointment period of August 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027. Continuation of employment is not guaranteed.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Master's degree.
Other Duties
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
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