TRIO Student Support Services Program--Academic Success Coach

Under the supervision of the Director of Student Support Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

The Academic Success Coach delivers intensive academic assistance to students through one-on-one and small-group tutoring in key content areas such as reading, writing, mathematics, and science. The coach supports participants—particularly freshmen and sophomores—by helping them master course concepts, improve study habits, and build confidence in their academic abilities. The role includes facilitating skill-development workshops focused on study strategies, time management, test preparation, and goal setting to enhance self-regulated learning and academic persistence.

The coach monitors student progress, tracks GPA trends, and identifies early indicators of academic risk. Working collaboratively with the Program Coordinator/Counselor and Director, the coach contributes to academic intervention plans and ensures alignment of services with the student’s Individual Educational Success Plan (IESP). In addition, the Academic Success Coach assists participants in preparing for standardized exams such as the GRE, MAT, Praxis, and TOEFL, supporting their pursuit of graduate or professional advancement.

This position also includes documenting all tutoring sessions, workshops, and interventions in the Blumen data system to provide verifiable records for reporting and compliance. The Academic Success Coach serves as a mentor to new participants, assisting with academic adjustment and campus engagement, and contributes to program recruitment, evaluation, and retention initiatives. Collectively, these responsibilities strengthen the program’s capacity to achieve its persistence, academic standing, and graduation goals.