Position Vacancy Announcement

Responsibilities

The Academic Success Coach functions as a valuable resource for students, offering assistance with various academic skill-related challenges such as time management, effective study techniques, note-taking strategies, and more. Through one-on-one meetings, coaches collaborate with students to create action plans and steps conducive to academic achievement. The areas of support include but are not limited to: Study Strategies, Time Management, Note-Taking Strategies, Test Taking Tips, Goal Setting, Motivation, Calendar Scheduling, and Efficient Reading and Listening Tips.

Additionally, Academic Success Coaches collaborate with Academic Advisors, Tutorial Labs, Faculty, and other campus departments to ensure undergraduate students receive comprehensive support throughout their academic journey; Monitors student progress through check-ins, scheduled meetings, or proactive outreach; Conducting academic coaching sessions to help students assess performance and develop educational success plans; Assists students in overcoming obstacles and developing strong time management and organizational skills; Identifies and implements learning strategies and study skills specific to course materials; Develops small group workshops and supplemental materials for student learning; Teaches a section of the Student Life Skills (or equivalent) course; Refers students to appropriate academic support resources; Conducts dynamic workshops on various academic skills topics; Manages social media accounts to provide weekly study tips and academic success suggestions; Supervises undergraduate peer assistants; and serves as Support Professional staff for faculty teaching SLS courses.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and experience with coaching, instructional, and mentoring techniques.

Recommended Competencies

Understanding of group and collaborative activity organization;

Familiarity with traditional and online course practices;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Ability to synthesize information from various disciplines;

Strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities;

Experience working with multicultural groups; and

Proficiency in managing social media presence responsibly.

Pay Plan

This is a Faculty position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Information

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, FAMU is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please contact the Office of Research Integrity at ori@famu.edu.