Student Support Specialist, Academic Coaching

Lamar University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Beaumont, TEXAS
Deadline: 11 Jul 2024

Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number 20112764
Position Title Student Support Specialist, Academic Coaching
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Center for Academic Success

Position Summary Information


Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
The Student Support Specialist for Academic Coaching is a full-time professional staff position who is responsible for managing the student staff and assisting with the day-to-day operations of academic coaching, which is an academic skills building program designed to help students succeed at Lamar University. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Academic Support and collaborates extensively within STAR Services, as well as across campus with academic and student service departments, faculty, and staff.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

  • Hire, train, and supervise academic coaching staff utilizing College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) guidelines and standards
  • Assist the Assistant Director with developing, implementing, and managing academic coaching and Success Ambassador programs
  • Create and oversee schedules and sessions for peer academic coaches
  • Provide academic coaching and academic support workshops and presentations
  • Participate in professional development and academic coaching and student success research
  • Assist with assessing, evaluating, and growing programs
  • Utilize EAB Navigate system for appointments, communication, and reporting
  • Assist with advancing partnerships with multiple departments and individuals across campus
  • Assist with marketing and promoting services


Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:
At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:
  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $37,330 - $48,529
Work Hours

Application Information


Posting Date 04/11/2024
Close Date 07/11/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions

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