Academic Coach

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. Our scenic campus is in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

Job Description

Purpose:
Academic coaches help students improve their academic performance and achieve their educational goals. They offer guidance and support in one or more of the following subject areas: biological sciences, business, humanities, mathematics, physical sciences, social sciences, and technologies. They assist students in developing study skills, time management strategies, and other techniques that contribute to their academic success.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Academic coaches may work with students either individually or in groups. Their responsibilities are customized to suit the unique needs of their student(s), but typically involve helping students comprehend complex concepts; offering guidance on assignments, projects, and homework; and fostering confidence in the subject(s) they are studying. Coaches encourage students to complete academic tasks by utilizing a range of resources, such as instructors, notes, peers, textbooks, and other materials. Coaching services also aid students in prioritizing tasks, preparing for exams, and setting goals. In addition, these services facilitate deep learning and equip students with the skills they need to achieve success both during and after their college years.
New personnel will complete academic coach training and participate in ongoing professional development activities.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• A passion for assisting others.
• Excellent communication and active listening.
• Strong active listening skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A willingness to work with diverse populations.
• A sense of responsibility, dependability, honesty, and maturity.
• Outstanding academic achievement, particularly in the subject area(s) applicant intends to tutor.

• Has sought academic coaching, tutoring, or both in their academic work.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.