Learning Support Coach

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Learning Support Coach

University of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: WXdZT0U0c0RWbU43ZU1i

Posted On 02/20/2025

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith based University that is seeking a Learning Support Coach . This is a full-time, 10-month position. The University of Dubuque offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build rapport and a "caringly intrusive" relationship with students
• Help students identify their strengths and challenges
• Assist students in setting academic and career goals
• Guide students in developing study skills and other habits to ensure success
• Monitor student academic performance and progress towards goals and maintain accurate, up-to-date records
• Help students learn to communicate with faculty, coaches, advisors, and staff to encourage effective problem solving and self-advocacy and to create a support network
• Connect students with necessary Learning Support Services and help them navigate other campus processes (e.g. Advising, Financial Planning, etc.)
• Facilitate large group Study Tables events
• Support the Bridge Scholar Program by serving individual students as assigned and assisting with Bridge labs and events
• Help with Academic Success Center promotion (e.g. plan and lead events, assist with social media, develop other initiatives to increase student awareness and participation)
• Assist with training and supervising of peer tutors and writing consultants, as needed
• Establish and maintain a flexible work schedule that best serves student and ASC needs (some weekly evening hours required)
• Comply with FERPA, HIPPA, campus, and department guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of learning differences and barriers that impact traditional and non-traditional college students
• Experience working with underrepresented students from varying academic, economic, social, and cultural backgrounds
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, faculty, and administration
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain and model professionalism and appropriate boundaries with students
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required (education, guidance, psychology, communication, or a related field is preferred)
• Minimum of two years teaching or mentoring experience in either a formal or informal education setting
  
  

To apply with a growing faith based University for the Learning Support Coach position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to hr@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/ .

Primary Contact

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Julie MacTaggart

Director of Human Resources, HR

563-589-3619

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-589-3352

Fax

jmactaggart@dbq.edu

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Job Details

Categories

Education

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Company ID

1313

Job REQ #

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# Positions

1

Start Date

20250220

End Date

20250420

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About The Company

About the University of Dubuque

The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary.

Mission and Vision

The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world.

As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world.

Therefore, The University Of Dubuque Is Committed To

• A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions;
• Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development;
• Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation;
• A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced;
• Stewardship of all God’s human and natural resources;
• Zeal for life-long learning and service.