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Academic Coach

Employer
University of the District of Columbia
Location
District of Columbia, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 18, 2022
Description

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Employment Status: Full Time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/8

Salary Range: $65,849-- $70,983

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave, NW Washington, DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties

The incumbent functions as Academic Coach in the Office of Student Success and reports to the Director of Student Success. The Academic Coach will intrusively advise, and support identified student cohorts, and/or caseloads in their course of study. In addition, the incumbent will plan, coordinate, monitor and follow-up regarding tutoring, probation support and the satisfactory appeals (SAP). Achieve quantitative targets for retention, student success, and providing monthly data analytics reports on the assigned cohort. This role is critical in improving academic achievement and overall student success and is required to meet weekly/biweekly basis to support students. Work with staff and faculty on a regular basis to provide quality support and advisement to assigned student cohorts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide transfer advising, coaching and guidance to students in the following areas via their respective caseloads or cohorts: academic programs, time management, study skills, and academic technologies.
  • Monitor and meet with various student populations and programs such as but not limited to: Probation students, FTIC Cohorts, DC-UP Scholarship Cohort, Transfer, and transitioning students.
  • Collaborate with on-campus departments to assure students receive support they need related to financial aid, orientation, academic advising, and tutoring, and career counseling and other support programing. Serve as a liaison to academic departments, committees, and community organizations as director by the supervisor.
  • Provide proactive outreach to at-risk students based on predictive analytics and risk factors.
  • Develop, implement, coordinate, and track intervention strategies that enhance student success, as well provide qualitative and quantitative reports.
  • Identify issues, build success plans to overcome obstacles, leverage resources for meeting goals, and ensure student accountability.
  • Guide students in effectively navigating school processes to ensure that they meet key deadlines.
  • Teach courses in the Student Success curriculum (Incumbent must possess a master’s degree and demonstrate instructional competency)
Other Duties
  • Develops tools to tracks student success, engagement, and retention (student success plans). Compiles and presents findings to the Director of Student Success or his/her designee.
  • Plans and engages students regarding student success activities such as but not limited to workshops, campaigns, and other support activities.
  • Researches and secures educational resources that provide educational support.
  • Assists with academic advising duties during registration and orientation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
  • Master’s degree required Education, Public Administration, Sociology or related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least two (2) years of experience with emphasis on academic advising, student success, and retention.
  • Background in student support services preferred.
Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:
This is a sponsored program appointment. The duration of this appointment is subject to grant fund availability.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

E mployment Benefits: Depending upon length of appointment, selectee may or may not be eligible for full benefits such as health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a 'satisfactory background investigation' is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management only.

C ontact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .

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