Academic Advisor & Student Coach

The Art of Education University (AOEU) is looking for an Academic Advisor & Student Coach who sees a challenge and says Lets go. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and meticulously organized. They thrive in a role where connection creative strategy and results intersect. This role is for you if you love hitting goals finding creative solutions and helping others reach their next milestone.

In this role youll guide adult learners through their educational journey. You will help them find the best option for their unique goals and transition from continuing education coursework into degree programs and pathways that help them reach the next step. Connecting with people energizes you and you are committed to helping them move forward. Whether youre coaching a student through academic decisions or innovating new ways to increase engagement you show up with purpose consistency and follow-through.

If you bring creativity problem-solving skills and a genuine desire to help adult learners succeed and if you thrive when there is a meaningful goal to meet this role is built for you.

Structured as a remote full-time exempt salaried position. This position will report to the Chair of Graduate Student Retention.

We have been a 100% remote company since the beginning! This position is eligible for remote work from the following locations: USA.

Who We Are

We grow amazing teachers by providing rigorous relevant and engaging learning at every stage of their career. Our values are artistry connection and impact.

Job Details

Essential Functions

Student Advising & Coaching

• Maintain a portfolio of active degree-seeking and continuing education students providing proactive and responsive support to meet their needs.
• Collaborate with students to develop personalized academic plans aligned to their goals circumstances and timelines.
• Contribute to enrollment growth efforts for continuing education offerings through consultative conversations and supportive guidance.
• Bring forward creative ideas to strengthen conversion and streamline the enrollment experience.
• Identify friction points in the student experience and share ideas to improve clarity efficiency or momentum.
• Guide students through milestones with regular check-ins encouragement and clear expectations.
• Offer tailored coaching for students navigating academic financial or personal barriers.
• Support students through multiple communication channels including email phone text and virtual meetings.

Administrative & Operational Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed and accurate records in CRM and SIS platforms ensuring compliance with internal processes and external regulations.
• Meet or exceed goals related to advising outcomes communication timelines and the quality of outreach.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the university-wide student experience.
• Contribute to pilots improvements and initiatives by offering observations proposing refinements and helping test new approaches.

Knowledge & Skills

• High emotional intelligence with a talent for building relationships with busy adult learners.
• Strong coaching instincts; able to listen deeply ask effective questions and guide students through challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly and compassionately translate complex information.
• Comfort in a fast-paced growth-oriented environment. Dedicated to continuous improvement.
• Proactive problem solver who brings forward ideas and takes initiative. Owns individual outcomes while contributing to team strategy
• Ability to balance multiple responsibilities with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Experience working in tech-enabled environments is required.

Position Requirements

While we have identified specific requirements for this role we acknowledge that not all candidates may possess every requirement listed. We encourage applicants who believe they possess the necessary skills and experience to apply for consideration regardless of whether they meet each requirement to the fullest extent.

Experience

• Academic advising student coaching admissions or consultative sales experience preferred.
• K12 art education/education experience preferred.
• Prior experience working remotely is a plus.
• Prior experience in distance education is a plus.

Education & Certifications

• A bachelors degree in fine arts art education education or a related field is required.
• A masters degree from an accredited institution is preferred.

Other Requirements

• Availability between 8 a.m.5 p.m. in your local time zone with flexibility for occasional evening appointments.
• Ability to travel 12 times per quarter for team meetings or university events.

Since AOE operates in a fully remote/online environment requirements include frequent and prolonged use of computers and other technology as well as the ability to enter information into a computer using a keyboard or alternative means.

The Interview Process

• Step 1: 15-30-minute phone interview with hiring manager
• Step 2: Round 2 packet & corresponding interview:This step is designed to help identify how you might approach some of the daily tasks responsibilities and challenges that may arise in this role. The intention is for you to gain a sense of the role and provide us with an opportunity to see your skills in action. Your deliverables will not be used for any other purposes beyond evaluating your candidacy.

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

• Health dental and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for individual employees 80% family premium coverage employer HSA contribution and no waiting period (effective 1st month after hire)
• 401K plan with 4% match with Fidelity no waiting or vesting period
• Self-managed PTO and sick/personal time (15 days/year encouraged)
• All federal holidays are off and the end-of-year holiday shutdown
• $50/month mobile internet or coworking space stipend
• $600 home office equipment stipend
• Fully remote flexible schedule
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Dependent Care FSA
• Life insurance
• Lifelong Learning Fund for professional development and educational reimbursement
• Free product access (1 FLEX/PRO license to use or gift plus free AOEU grad courses)
• Mac tech suite 1Password ChatGPT subscriptions

For more information about the benefits we offer please visit our website.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and the market. We encourage you to discuss your compensation requirements as early in the process as possible.

We look forward to reviewing your application! Thank you for your interest in opportunities with AOEU.

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