Academic Coach Morgan Academic Center
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Morgan Academic Center is accepting applications for part-time Academic Coach positions throughout the 2026-27 academic year. This position requires an ability to work with at-risk student-athletes to develop and improve upon their study strategies including but not limited to goal setting time management organization note-taking reading study and test preparation self-monitoring self-advocacy and critical thinking/problem-solving in a diverse university setting.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to informally assess student needs and deliver targeted academic interventions
Responsibilities include:
- Attending weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees
- Writing and submitting timely and accurate session reports
- Attending initial and ongoing meetings/trainings
- Compliance with all related MAC Penn State B1G Ten and NCAA policies/procedures
This position is limited to a maximum of (20) hours per week with a (typical) minimum commitment of 5 hours per week; however hours are not guaranteed and may vary each week/semester including the possibility of evenings and Sundays. A minimum of an earned bachelors degree or higher is preferred; current Penn State graduate students are preferred but qualified applicants with equivalent academic credentials and/or experience mentoring coaching or teaching will be considered.
To be considered for this position please submit all of the following online:
- Completed application
- Cover letter
- Application materials will be reviewed and accepted on an ongoing basis as needs arise.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
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