Student - Academic Intervention Coach

Occupational Summary:
The responsibility of the Academic Intervention Coach is to offer in-person support to Newman students in the areas of time management notetaking/note processing study skills and overall academic preparation. The Academic Intervention Coach will report to the Director of Navigator who provides supervision scheduling training and strategies for coaching. The Academic Intervention Coach must commit to professional development for the entirety of the semester.

The Academic Intervention Coach should not only be proficient in subject area but also patient empathetic with the ability to listen and strategize. A goal of many sessions will be to help a student bridge the gap between confusion and comprehension moving toward practical and consistent application. Academic Intervention Coach will assist students in their development of foundational knowledge to build strong academic careers.

Subject Coach Qualifications:

1. Knowledgeable in time management notetaking/note processing study skills.
2. Must be recommended by a Newman faculty member.
3. Must be reliable and possess a strong work ethic.
4. Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
5. Must have adequate computer skills.
6. Must be currently enrolled as a full-time Newman University student.
7. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

1. Cover letter
2. Faculty recommendation (Newman faculty member familiar with students academic experience and preparation)
3. Most recent Newman transcripts (unofficial is okay)
4. Resume
5. Hiring interview with the Director of Navigator and/or the Director of Student Success

Additional Information:
Academic Intervention Coach will make up to $13.00/hour and can work a maximum of 140 hours per semester (approximately 10 hours per week).

Founded in 1933 Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman youll find people programs organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws directives and regulations of federal state and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race color creed religion sex national origin genetic information marital status familial status public assistance status local human rights commission activity disability age sexual orientation gender identity or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at ext. 2202 or email in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.