Responsibilities
DESCRIPTION
The Academic Success Coach - TRIO-SSS SmartPath is a part-time, peer-level role within the TRIO SSS SmartPath program, providing mentorship and academic support to participants. The position helps students build study skills, time management, and engagement strategies, connects them to campus resources, and supports program staff with events and activities. This role is supportive and program-specific, without independent program leadership or multi-disciplinary academic responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Serves as a peer mentor, encouraging SmartPath participants to stay engaged and focused on their academic goals.
2. Provides individual or small group tutoring that reinforces study skills, time management, and course completion strategies.
3. Facilitates or supports study groups and academic success activities in coordination with program staff.
4. Connects students with campus academic resources, such as tutoring, workshops, and support services.
5. Encourages consistent participation in program events, workshops, and student engagement activities.
6. Monitors participant engagement and alerts program staff if additional academic support is needed.
7. Supports program events, outreach initiatives, and student engagement efforts.
8. Demonstrates positive academic behaviors, professionalism, and serves as a role model for participants.
9. Performs other duties as required or assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diplom a.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Enrolled as a college or university student with at least sophomore-level standing.
2. Background similar to the SmartPath student population (e.g., first-generation or income-eligible).
3. Experience in peer mentoring, tutoring, or student leadership, with an interest in student success, leadership development, or higher education careers.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:
1. Demonstrated academic success and ability to model effective study habits.
2. Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and program staff.
3. Excellent organizational and planning skills.
4. Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity.
5. Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to become proficient with videoconferencing applications, including Teams/Zoom.
6. Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and staff.
7. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
8. Ability to clearly explain concepts and ideas in a variety of ways to improve student learning.
9. Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
10. Committed to working in a multi-cultural environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT and SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
1. Works inside an office or meeting spaces.
2. May work occasional evenings or weekends based on program activities and student schedules.
3. May travel to other campus locations to support students and program activities.
This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference.
Read More About ResponsibilitiesPay Benefits and Work Schedule
$15.00 hourly up to 20 hours per week
This position is funded through a federal grant (P042A251385). The anticipated end date is September 24, 2030, with employment contingent upon the continued availability of grant funding.
Read More About Pay Benefits and Work ScheduleConditions of Employment
Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Floridaat the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.
Read More About Conditions of EmploymentHow to Apply
Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history even if attaching a resume.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (To ensure full consideration all of the following documents must be attached to the application prior to the closing date):
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral; this applies to Seminole State College employees as well as external candidates (unofficial copies accepted for application purposes). Please note: Official Transcripts are REQUIRED upon hire.
- Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.
TO ATTACH ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS :
- From the Seminole State College Home page , scroll to the bottom and click on Employment
- Click on Complete or Review an Existing Application
- Select either Sign In with existing username and password or New User to create an account
- Click on My Job Applications to view applied jobs, resumes and attachments
- Click on the + under My Cover Letters and Attachments to attach documents.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. To claim Veteran's Preference, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application
Read More About How to ApplyEqual Employment Opportunity
Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.
Read More About Equal Employment OpportunityOther Information
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws.
To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.
HOLDERS OF DEGREES FROM INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE THE USA:
Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone (212) 966-6311 or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.