Academic Coach (Req #2426)

Caldwell University invites applications for an Academic Coach. Reporting to the AVP, Academic Support Services, the Academic Coach will
assess each academically at-risk student’s study habits, barriers, and difficulties and create a structured approach in supporting their
academic advancement through effective learning strategies. Specific job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist
  students with the following areas; creating short and long term goals, concentrating, conquering procrastination, using study time
  productively, motivating, establishing study plans, managing time, note-taking, preparing for tests, reading strategies for college, solving
  problems.
• Schedule an initial meeting with students to assess their strengths and weaknesses. Create an action plan for the student
  based on their needs. Regularly check in to evaluate student progress both in-person and online. Thoroughly document each student
  meeting.
• Review students’ academic work and provide feedback.
• Create online modules for students to access best
  practices.
• Assist with exam proctoring for the Office of Accessibility Services.
• Connect students to tutoring services and
  resources.
• Conduct academic preparation workshops for faculty and students.
• Work with NEXUS students and provide data to
  the NEXUS coordinator.

Minimum Qualification:

Degree in education, counseling, social work, or higher education or
related fields plus one to two years of experience in advising, mentoring, or academic coaching is required. Experience with working with
academically at-risk students is also required. The successful candidate will possess the ability to listen and determine an effective
action plan to assist students in academic success, have excellent oral communication, interpersonal, and writing skills and will be able to
work in a highly collaborative work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree preferred.
• Current NJ
  State Certification as Learning DisabilitiesTeacher-Consultant.
• Experience in higher education.
• Data management
  experience.

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Caldwell University is committed to recruiting and retaining
faculty, staff and students who will further the traditions, goals and core values of the University in support of our Catholic Dominican
mission, vision, and strategic plan. Caldwell seeks employees who are committed to contributing to an energetic welcoming atmosphere.

Caldwell University is a private, Catholic coed four-year university with a strong liberal arts core curriculum that enhances critical
thinking and analytical reasoning. Caldwell offers 36 undergraduate and 31 graduate programs, including doctoral, master’s, certificate, and
certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options that prepare students for today’s global marketplace. The university
has 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and numerous clubs, fraternities, sororities, and activities on a beautiful 70-acre campus located in
the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey. Caldwell was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Its core values of respect,
integrity, community, and excellence influence academic and campus life. For more information about Caldwell University, visit caldwell.edu.

Caldwell University offers a comprehensive benefit
program to all full-time employees that includes:

• Health Coverage: Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision plan
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement Savings: 403(b)
  defined contribution retirement annuity plan and a supplemental retirement annuity plan
• Generous Paid Time Off: Personal days,
  vacation days, and sick leave. Paid holidays and summer Fridays off.
• Tuition Remission: An attractive tuition remission policy for
  employees and their dependents
• Tuition Exchange Scholarship Opportunities through CIC and the Tuition Exchange for up to full
  tuition at hundreds of participating colleges and universities.
• Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible
  Spending plan and more

For details, go to https://www.caldwell.edu/hr/employee-benefits/

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