Assistant Academic Coach

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Posted: 07-Feb-24

Location: Waco, Texas

Salary: Open

Categories:

Athletics
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 4994860

Assistant Academic Coach
Job Identification: 16203
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What We Are Looking For
Baylor University is seeking a Assistant Academic Coach to support the mission of the University in the Athletics department. Assistant Academic Coaches will be given an opportunity to assist the Student Athlete Center for Excellence (SACE) as a member of the Academic Services Team through a variety of responsibilities.
A Bachelor's degree, less than one year of relevant work experience, and an active Christian faith are required. A Master's degree and is preferred.
Additional required knowledge/skills/abilities:
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication and analytical and writing skills. Excellent computer (Microsoft Office) skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects at once and meet established work deadlines. Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends. Background in education, social work, counseling, etc. preferred.
*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
What You Will Do

• Provide comprehensive academic support to student-athletes of assigned teams through individualized academic plans that may include tutoring, mentoring, study hall and instruction on study skills and time management
• Participate in professional development programming designed specifically for assistant's cohort such as NCAA Eligibility, APR training, Effective Facilitation training, book clubs, mock interviews, etc.
• Monitor academic progress of assigned student-athletes
• Assist in generating weekly grade reports for assigned teams
• Monitor evening study hall to create an environment conducive to studying and facilitate tutor room assignments
• Attend beginning of the semester meetings and participate in coaches' meetings for assigned teams\
• Participate in academic advising, degree planning and priority registration
• Assist with the distribution of books to scholarship student-athletes
• Assist in the monitoring of academic eligibility and progress toward degree requirements for assigned student-athletes
• Provide support to new student-athlete orientation and summer bridge programming
• Assist in teaching STL 1201, a Strategic Learning Course designed for freshmen student athletes
• Contribute to Character Formation efforts such as career development programming, community engagement opportunities and/or event planning
• Serve on two or more of SACE's 7 committees
• Meet with prospective student-athletes and their families
• Assist SACE Team with timely completion of projects
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of SACE
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!
About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylors commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled
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About Baylor University
Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” The University is recruiting new faculty with a deep commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship. Baylor seeks faculty who share in our aspiration to become a tier one research institution while strengthening our distinctive Christian mission as described in our strategic vision, Pro Futuris, and academic strategic plan, Illuminate.
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