Academic Success Coach (78820)

Job Summary

The Academic Success Coach supports students in the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) by providing individualized and small-group academic assistance to improve course performance study skills and overall academic confidence. This role helps students strengthen content knowledge develop effective learning strategies and stay engaged in their academic goals while promoting persistence and success in school.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring in core academic subjects (e.g. Math English Science Social Studies)
Support students in understanding assignments completing coursework and preparing for exams
Reinforce study skills organization time management and academic habits
Adapt tutoring strategies to meet individual student learning needs
Track and report student attendance and academic progress during tutoring sessions
Communicate student progress and concerns to program staff as needed
Encourage student motivation confidence and engagement in learning
Support SEL (social-emotional learning) by fostering a positive and supportive learning environment
Assist with program activities and academic enrichment sessions as needed
Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and student participation

Collaborate with school administrators teachers and staff to support student needs
Present program information to students families and school staff
Attend and support occasional evening events such as parent-teacher nights financial aid workshops and college admission events
Ensure all student data and documentation are accurate complete and submitted on time

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma required; college coursework or degree in Education STEM English Social Sciences or related field preferred
Experience: No prior experience required; strong interpersonal skills patience and a genuine commitment to supporting youth and helping students succeed are essential
Skills: Strong communication skills patience ability to build positive relationships and capacity to explain concepts clearly and support student learning
Other: Commitment to student success and ability to work with diverse learners

Competencies

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Patience and adaptability in teaching different learning styles
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Reliability and time management
Ability to motivate and engage students

Work Environment

• Location: Yonkers School District / LPP program sites (as assigned)

• Schedule: Part-time; flexible hours based on student tutoring schedules (typically after school hours)

• Travel: Local travel for school events trips and activities as needed

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan with campuses in New Rochelle Bronxville and a new location in County Mayo Ireland. With over 4000 students Iona offers small classes engaged faculty and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science the LaPenta School of Business (AACSBaccredited) the NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and U.S. News & World Report Iona is nationally ranked for academic qualitysocial mobility and longterm return on investment. The Universitys continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence innovation service and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates ofall backgrounds