Academic Coach (part-time/864 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech Rice Lake Campus

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a part-time Academic Coach at the Rice Lake Campus.

Academic Coaches serve program students needing long term support services. Primary focus tends to be on time management, organization, self-management, grade checks, attendance, prioritization, and other success techniques. The coaches primarily work with counselors, accommodations specialists, and Academic Support Instructors to determine success plans for students.

Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech's Values:
• Collaboration - Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
• Innovation - Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
• Excellence - Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
• Community - Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
• Support - Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
• Integrity - Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
• Respect - Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching meetings with any student seeking or referred for services.
• Assist the student to solve academic-related issues, including enhancement of study skills and college success strategies.
• Refer the student to community-based support services as needed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the College community, including employers and economic development teams.
• Track student progress and use College resources where appropriate.
• Consult with faculty teams and attend/observe class meetings to prepare learning support for the student in need.
• Facilitate individual and group learning sessions focused on enhancing understanding of content identified courses.
• Coach students on how to accurately assess their learning needs and learning styles.
• Be accountable to accurately maintain detailed records on student participation and learning outcomes.
• Compile and submit mandated reporting data.
• Serve as advocate for at-risk students as they move through critical course milestones.
• Refer students to other student support service areas across College, based upon assessed need.
• Work effectively in a team-based, collaborative environment that includes independent resourcefulness and accountability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Degree & Experience Required:

• Associate's degree in related field
• Three years related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining accountability and motivation in self and others
• Strong customer service skills that focus on diversity, community, and continuous quality improvement
• Problem-solving skills that employ critical thinking
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to effectively apply technology to tasks and projects
• Experience leading projects through time management and effective delegation
• Significant experience in mentoring, guidance, and counseling, and/or transitioning or similar experience
• Experience working with individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to connect students to campus resources and services
• Understanding of issues facing contemporary college students
• Ability to obtain driver's license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy.

Preferred:

• Understanding of higher education operations including admissions, student recruitment, and student success services
• Successful experience in post-secondary setting or working with individuals to enter a post-secondary setting

FY26 Salary - Grade I - $23.79 / hour

There are no benefits offered for this position.