Academic Coach (Part-Time)

Monmouth University is seeking applications for part-time Academic Coaches in the Tutoring Services department.

Academic Coaches are faculty members with strong teaching backgrounds and knowledge of study strategies and learning styles. They provide a comprehensive service for students who want to improve their academic and self-management skills, such as time management, organization, and study skills. Tutoring Services at Monmouth University offers this support to help students achieve their academic goals along with self-advocacy and independent, life-long learning.

During 1:1 sessions, coaches will review the content and structure of each individual coaching session and, in collaboration with the student, determine a plan. Additionally, the coach will identify the student’s unique learning strengths, using the CSI (College Student Inventory for First Year students) and other tools to develop individual plans for academic support and promote self-confidence and independence.

Academic coaches will help first-year students to learn how to use syllabi effectively and learn how to manage their schedules to accommodate such things as classes, work, etc. They will coach students through the obstacles that arise at any point and help students create positive, effective habits that lead to academic and professional success.

This is an in-person, on campus, non-remote position. 

For additional information about the department, please visit the Tutoring Services webpage. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide academic support for First Year Advising referrals, Department of Disability Services referrals, probationary students, and students who receive MEWS notifications.


• Provide individual tutorial sessions. 


• Learn how to use Navigate360 to document student attendance and notes about each tutorial session.


• Attend Tutoring Service meetings and training sessions as required. 


• Communicate regularly with the Director about student progress and report any concerns.


• Follow up with students as needed.

Enrichment Statement:

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Be willing to complete the National Tutoring Association (NTA) Basic Level Tutor and Academic Coach training via online platform.

  
  


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  Commitment to helping students maximize their learning through tutoring sessions.

  
  


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  Commitment to providing learning/study strategies in all areas.

  
  


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  Commitment to providing positive student/teacher relationships.

  
  


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  Willingness to utilize traditional and current best educational practices on a yearly basis, which includes updating workshops in response to student population or by Director request.

  
  


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  Willingness to utilize technology to enhance the learning experience.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level teaching experience.


• Experience in conducting tutorials.


• Knowledge of different learning styles, modalities, and experience with students of diverse learning abilities.

Additional Application Material Required:

 Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following:

1. Resume or Curriculum Vitae


2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents:

1. Professional References

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Tutoring and Writing Services at (732) 263-5721.

 Note to Applicants:

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university’s pool of qualified adjunct faculty.  Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available.  Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Earned sick leave: Monmouth University provides its part-time staff employees, including on-call staff and temporary employees, with earned sick leave according to the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act. 


• Fitness Center - Employees are entitled to use the Fitness Center while employed in their PT or on-call capacity


• Recreational & Cultural Activities - Athletic and cultural events throughout the academic year are open to employees. Many of these events are open to employees free of charge or at reduced costs.


• University Bookstore discount - Employees receive a ten percent (10%) discount on most items purchased in the University Bookstore. 

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Department:

Tutoring and Writing Services

Work Schedule:

4 to 8 hrs. per week

Total Weeks Per Year:

28 

Expected Salary:

$24.00 per hour

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date

N/A