Job Details
Job TitleCollege Life Coach
AgencyEast Texas A&M University
DepartmentStudent Transition & Support
Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate
Job LocationCommerce, Texas
Job TypeStaff
Job Description
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents.
- Use the Upload button to add each document.
- You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
- All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
- Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
- Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.
Please provide the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
- Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer).
If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.
If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu
SUMMARY:
The College Life Coach at East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) works under the supervision of the Director of Student Transition and Support and is responsible for addressing individual academic, financial, career and psychosocial issues that affect the success of students. The College Life Coach will provide high-touch support for students enrolled in the University’s first-year seminar and through the First-Year Experience and Second-Year programming initatives. The College Life Coach is expected to provide individualized guidance to minimize barriers to student success and assist in the retention of students, including improving student effectiveness in and out of the classroom by helping students to develop study skills, time management strategies, academic goal-setting, and overall wellbeing. This position will collaborate with other campus departments within the Student Success Center as well as admissions, new student orientation, and student engagment to promote student success and retention. As a proud member of the third-largest institution in The Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence.
ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Instruct up to three (3) courses per semester of the University’s first-year seminar as part of a team that consists of a College Life Coach and Peer Mentor; each course consisting of three semester credit hours.
- Provide guidance to a caseload of approximately 100 students, providing individualized care and support towards academic, social, leadership and life skills development.
- Serve as first contact for students’ concerns, issues and psychosocial needs including assisting students in navigating and locating and visiting campus resources.
- Track students’ academic progress and facilitate their use of campus resources, including using data to identify at-risk trends and interventions in support of early intervention strategies.
- Work with campus partners (including but not limited to other Student Success Center staff, Financial Aid staff, counselors, and Disability Services staff, etc.) to support student success.
- Assist in planning and facilitating academic programming, experiential learning and other educational initiatives aimed at acclimating students to ETAMU to lay a foundation for their academic success.
- Support the development of tools and resources for outward facing workshops, presentations, and resource databases.
- Maintain and update student tracking information, including all interactions with students.
- Support other Student Success Center and Enrollment Management programs and events.
- Serve on Student Success engagement teams and university committees.
- Conduct weekly Peer Mentor meetings and facilitate development of Peer Mentors.
- Conduct outreach and build relationships with entering students from registration for New Student Orientation onward.
- Attend meetings with campus partners to disseminate information on student body, assess resources and deliver support plans, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience / Knowledge / Skills: One (1) year of professional experience in Student Affairs, Counseling, Advising or related field.
- Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively as part of a team. Have strong organization and time management skills. Maintain flexibility with program changes. Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to interface with various shareholders with various needs. Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid Driver’s License
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Other Requirements: May be required to work outside normal operating hours such as evenings and weekends during university events.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:
- College or University teaching experience.
- Experience with advising and/or personal and academic coaching, teaching, advocacy, financial aid, personal and career development, case management/outreach and mentoring of varied populations.
- Knowledge of higher education recruitment, orientation, access, transition, retention, and success.
- Proficiency with Navigate EAB, Emburse, Brightspace (D2L).
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:
None
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