Academic Coach (Fallon)

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Human Resources
[email protected] 
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position.  Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool.  As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool. This position is based on the Fallon campus.

The Learning & Innovation Department is recruiting Academic Coaches to provide academic support to Western Nevada College students. Academic Coaches assist students in understanding course content, developing effective study strategies, and building confidence in their academic abilities.

This position supports WNC’s commitment to student success by offering in-person coaching in a supportive, student-centered environment. Academic coaches work closely with students across a variety of subjects, helping them strengthen skills and persist in their coursework. Coaches may work flexible hours, including some evenings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group academic coaching sessions
• Assist students with course content and study strategies
• Support a welcoming and inclusive learning environment
• Maintain accurate records of student visits and sessions
• Participate in required trainings and staff meetings
• Adheres to all FERPA requirements
• Assists in developing and presenting workshops
• Follows the National Tutoring Association Code of ethics (https://www.ntatutor.com/code-of-ethics.html)

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of college education and a grade of B or better in the subject area at the level of coaching

Decisions and Judgement:

• Reports inappropriate student behavior to Learning and Innovation staff
• Promotes independent learning
• Directs patrons to appropriate resources
• Customer service focus
• Strong work ethic

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Models’ appropriate behaviors that support the department vision
• Models effective learning and study strategies
• Willingness to contribute to a team environment
• Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse users, staff and faculty
• Ability to quickly build a rapport with students in a tutoring situation

Personal Contact:

• Collaborates with division, department, and college employees to support the development and success of the division
• Engage with students to provide academic coaching and research assistance

Hiring Supervisor - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department:

• Elizabeth Best, Student Success Coordinator
• [email protected] 

Compensation:

$14.30 per hour

Exempt 

No

Full-Time Equivalent

48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at [email protected] or (775) 445-4235

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

 

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

 

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

 

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

 

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. 

 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

 

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

 

Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.