Academic Success Coach, Nursing

About Le Moyne College:

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

Position Summary

The Nursing Academic Success Coach provides individualized and small-group academic support to nursing students, with primary responsibility for students supported by the Cabrini Grant. This individual will work closely with the Chair of the Nursing Department, colleagues within the Student Success Center, and nursing faculty to develop effective strategies for continuous academic improvement. The Coach will serve as a liaison between the college, partner institutions, and key stakeholders, delivering evidence-based academic coaching, tutoring and programming to promote student retention, progression, and success.

This is a part-time hourly 12-month position working up to 24 hours per week.

This position is funded by external sources and is contingent on the continued receival of those funds.

Principal Duties and Essential Functions

Job duties specific to this position:

Direct Student Support

• Provide longitudinal academic coaching and support for Cabrini Scholars throughout their progression in the nursing program.

• Teach a one credit, graded, dedicated section of AVS 101 for Cabrini Scholars each fall

• Deliver individualized and small group tutoring in Anatomy & Physiology and various nursing courses to enhance understanding of course content, promote critical thinking, and develop clinical reasoning.

• Analyze student exam performance and academic habits to identify challenges with test-taking strategies, study skills, time-management, and organization. Develop and implement targeted remediation plans, short and long-term SMART goals, and individualized strategies to address those challenges.

• Meet regularly with students to review progress, provide feedback, and document tutoring sessions in the tutoring database.

• Meet on an as-needed basis with nursing students currently on academic probation and/or referred by faculty and the E.A.S.E. (Early Alert System Exchange) team to connect students with appropriate academic support and resources.

• Refer students to appropriate campus resources for mental health, learning accommodations, financial aid, and other support services.

Programming & Workshops

• Design and facilitate workshops, review sessions, seminars, and other programs tailored to academic needs of nursing students.

• Identify gaps in support services based on best practices in retention and develop programs to address those gaps and improve student success.

• Contribute to college-wide and nursing-specific retention initiatives to support institutional goals for student retention and program completion.

Collaboration & Communication

• Maintain regular communication with the Chair of the Nursing Department, the Director of the Student Success Center, nursing faculty, faculty teaching Anatomy & Physiology, and academic advisors.

• Attend and engage in Student Success Center staff meetings and Nursing Department faculty meetings.

• Collaborate with partner nursing school faculty and staff to coordinate support services across the ADN/BS pathway.

• In collaboration with partner programs, utilize NCLEX preparation platforms such as ATI and Kaplan to identify students’ readiness, who may benefit from additional support, and communicate concerns to the nursing department as appropriate.

Program Administration & Grant Support

• Assist with grant-related activities including data collection, reporting, and writing as needed to support program compliance, continuation, and ongoing program improvement.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of Cabrini Scholar enrollment, progress, and engagement with program services to support grant reporting and compliance.

• Assist in managing Anatomy and Physiology tutoring services, such as accurately tracking tutoring hours and assessing tutoring usage.

Professional Development & Other Duties

• Participate in professional development activities to remain current with evidence-based practices in academic coaching, nursing education, and student success. Apply current guidelines and relevant research to improve service delivery.

• Serve on committees and assist on special projects as assigned.

• Perform a variety of related duties as assigned.

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.

• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.

• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.

• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.

• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.

• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.

• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.

• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.

• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.

• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing (MS) required, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with significant experience in nursing education or academic coaching.

• Active NYS Registered Nurse License in good standing required.

• Previous experience tutoring Anatomy and Physiology is preferred

• Experience working directly with college students concerning academic success

• Establish and maintain cooperative and productive relationships with campus contacts, including students, staff, faculty, parents, and community members

• Possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality due to the sensitivity of the nature of the student and college information this position requires

• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to accommodate student needs and programming

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information:

Pay Range: $30.00 - $39.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.  Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references