Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
Working Title
TRIO Student Support Services Program--Academic Success Coach
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Office of Special Programs
Section
Office of Special Programs (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Academic Success Coach provides individualized and group
academic support designed to promote student persistence, good
academic standing, and timely graduation. Through tutoring,
mentoring, academic skills workshops, and collaboration with
program staff, the coach fosters engagement, strengthens students’
mastery of core subjects, and enhances self-regulated learning.
This position plays a vital role in identifying academic challenges
early, implementing targeted interventions, and documenting
outcomes that contribute to the program’s federal objectives and
overall student success.
Description of Work
Under the supervision of the Director of Student Support Services,
the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
The Academic Success Coach delivers intensive academic assistance
to students through one-on-one and small-group tutoring in key
content areas such as reading, writing, mathematics, and science.
The coach supports participants—particularly freshmen and
sophomores—by helping them master course concepts, improve study
habits, and build confidence in their academic abilities. The role
includes facilitating skill-development workshops focused on study
strategies, time management, test preparation, and goal setting to
enhance self-regulated learning and academic persistence.
The coach monitors student progress, tracks GPA trends, and
identifies early indicators of academic risk. Working
collaboratively with the Program Coordinator/Counselor and
Director, the coach contributes to academic intervention plans and
ensures alignment of services with the student’s Individual
Educational Success Plan ( IESP ). In addition, the Academic
Success Coach assists participants in preparing for standardized
exams such as the GRE, MAT, Praxis, and TOEFL, supporting their
pursuit of graduate or professional advancement.
This position also includes documenting all tutoring sessions,
workshops, and interventions in the Blumen data system to provide
verifiable records for reporting and compliance. The Academic
Success Coach serves as a mentor to new participants, assisting
with academic adjustment and campus engagement, and contributes to
program recruitment, evaluation, and retention initiatives.
Collectively, these responsibilities strengthen the program’s
capacity to achieve its persistence, academic standing, and
graduation goals.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this
Position
- Knowledge of effective tutoring and learning support strategies
for college-level coursework in reading, writing, math, and
science.
Understanding of student development, motivation, and retention
principles, particularly for first-generation and low-income
students.
Ability to plan and facilitate academic skills workshops that
promote independent learning and time management.
Skill in monitoring academic progress, identifying challenges,
and developing appropriate interventions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for establishing
rapport with diverse student populations.
Ability to work collaboratively with program staff, faculty,
and campus partners.
Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and utilizing data
systems (e.g., Blumen) for documentation and evaluation.
Commitment to the mission and goals of federal TRIO programs
and student success initiatives.
License or Certification Required by Statute or
Regulation
An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
in Education, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
Experience providing academic support, tutoring, or coaching to
college or pre-college students.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations,
including first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented
students.
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Temporary/Student
Position Status
Temporary
Work Hours (i.e. 8:00-5:00pm, etc.)
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Work Schedule (i.e. Mon-Fri, Rotating Shifts, Etc.)
Monday-Friday (tentatively)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ATS00247P
Job Open Date
01/01/2026
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in
access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect
to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis
of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and
expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status,
genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be
conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory
criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment
will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU
is an E-Verify participant.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7469
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a bachelor's degree?
- What is your Philosophy for serving students?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required
if you are identified as a finalist for the position.)
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- DD214
