Peer Academic Coach – Institutional Student Worker Position Available In Lumpkin, Georgia

Peer Academic Coach – Institutional Student Worker
University of North Georgia, United States
about 4 hours ago

Location:

Dahlonega, GEORGIA

Job Type:

PartTime
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus.
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Peer Academic Coach. The Peer Academic Coaching program supplements Professional Academic Coaching. Peer Coaches play an essential role in Academic Coaching and provide additional support and guidance for the student body. Peer Academic Coaches create coaching relationships with the student body, support other students in the development of their academic skills, and promote UNG Academic Coaching for University College. Peer Academic Coaching programs are currently offered on the Gainesville, Oconee and Dahlonega campuses.
Collaborate with

UNG 1101

courses across all campuses and support the CLPP program at the Gainesville Campus as part of the Pathway+ initiative. Host group coaching sessions, tabling events, and coaching workshops on a bi-weekly basis to engage and support students. Maintain weekly office hours to provide individualized coaching and academic support. Assist with student outreach efforts, including contributing to podcasting projects and managing social media engagement. Work closely with professional coaches to develop your skills as a leader and coach, enhancing your ability to support peers effectively.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of Academic Success Strategies:

Time Management, Study Skills, Note Taking, Test Prep Familiarity with

UNG Resources:

Tutoring, SI, Financial Wellbeing, Counseling, Dean of Students

Strong Communication Skills:

Ability to engage with students one-on-one and in groups

Leadership & Initiative:

Proactively hosting events and outreach efforts, and taking initiative in student engagement.

Collaboration & Teamwork:

Working closely with professional coaches, faculty, and other peer coaches across campuses.
Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker
Must have and maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA.
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Cover letter
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at usg/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at usg/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at ung/about/mission-vision-values.php Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.