Academic Coach

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Academic Coach

Category:

Professional

Department:

Student Learning Center

Locations:

Oneonta, NY

Posted:

Jan 21, 2022

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

141842

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About SUNY Oneonta:

The Department of the Student Learning Center at the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Academic Coach. Expectations include teaching and creation of developmental math or learning strategies coursework; participating in the development and delivery of STEM or study skills supports; conducting academic coaching tutorials in study skills, time management, and independent learning strategies; tutor students in one-on-one, group, and/or workshop formats in area of specialization; maintain records; assist in the planning and updating of placement policies.

SUNY Oneonta is a public college in central New York, enrolling about 6,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 60-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The College is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the top 20 picturesque small towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The College's indeed.com rating is 4.5 with one recent review noting that it's the people that make SUNY Oneonta so special.

The Student Learning Center provides a supportive environment that empowers students to become engaged, confident and self-aware learners who can communicate clearly and achieve their goals in college and in life. Our tutoring and writing center services are available to all enrolled SUNY Oneonta students. To learn more about the College or the Department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/

Job Description:

Duties include but not limited to:

Deliver STEM or learning strategies content and coursework in the Student Learning Center, at times in conjunction with other academic departments

Tutor students in one-on-one, group, and workshop formats

Provide academic coaching to assist students in developing student skills, independent learning strategies, and content area specialty

Maintain records of student interactions

Supervise and assist peer tutors in the Tutoring Center

Collaborate with coworkers and outside academic departments in course development

Assist in the planning and execution of placement policies and procedures

Develop and execute presentations about learning strategies, The Student Learning Center, or content area specialty

Some evening and weekend work may be required throughout the year to support students like tutoring supervision and Orientation work

Requirements:

Required qualifications:

Master's degree and experience working with and serving diverse populations

Preferred:

Master's degree in STEM field, Education, or related field; experience working with academic support services in higher education; minimum 1 year teaching in higher education; experience working with and serving diverse and/or multicultural populations.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to

: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=141842

Please upload a resume and cover letter. Contact information for three professional references is required.

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity

. Moreover, the College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Company info

Suny College At Oneonta
Website : http://www.oneonta.edu