What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Coach - Boston position at MCPHS?
The Center for Academic Success and Enrichment (CASE) seeks an Academic Coach to work one-on-one and in groups with MCPHS students to build a variety of learning, organizational, study strategies as well as assisting students to understand academic policies to position students for success. This position offers a flexible work arrangement with the opportunity to work remote part of the week.
- Assists students in the understanding and interpretation of academic policies and procedures
- Guides students through degree requirements, assists with course selection and referrals through individual academic meetings
- Counsels students regarding study skills, test taking strategies, and time management
- Works with students who are referred by faculty and staff for remediation and academic assistance
- Tracks at-risk students' progress electronically using learning management software and other data management software
- Creates Academic Improvement Plans for students on warning and probation
- Creates and facilitates skill-building workshops, advising/career related workshops, and/or major-specific programming to positively influence the academic success of students
- Makes effective and timely referrals to the Office of Student Access and Accommodations, Counseling Services, Tutoring Programs and other campus partners and departments
- Maintains records and collects data to assess the effectiveness of student success initiatives and academic progress
- Builds relationships with faculty, staff, and academic leaders and serve as a resource for them regarding academic assistance for students
- Works occasional nights and weekends
- Assists with Open House, Accepted Students Day, Orientation, and Commencement
- Participates in retreats and professional development within the Division of Student Achievement and Success
Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor
Requirements:- A Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or a related field, and minimum of one to three years of experience in an education setting that involves providing direct service to students required. Direct service to college students preferred.
- An understanding of the educational, cultural, and social needs of a diverse student population (domestic and international student community) required
- Demonstrated ability to work individually and as a member of a professional team, establishing strong working relationships across campus constituencies
- Experience working students in postsecondary education settings
- Excellent oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage confidential materials and maintain confidentiality when working on specific task or projects
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred:
- Master's degree in higher education
Physical Requirements:
- Standing, sitting, manual dexterity, ability to move between offices and floors of buildings
- Ability to meet deadlines and perform well under pressure
- Ability to be physically in attendance at designated worksite during scheduled work hours and to work some evenings and weekends
- Normal range of vision and hearing (with or without correction)
- Ability to lift up to 5-10 lbs.
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Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.
About Us
Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world's top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health and life sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston's Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA), downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our core values of integrity, community, engagement, collaboration, support, and innovation.
We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance for our employees while supporting the MCPHS strategic plan.
MCPHS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all members of the University community. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain the most skilled faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.
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