Embedded Academic Coach, Learning Support Systems, 2025

Embedded Academic Coach, Learning Support Systems, 2025

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Rochester, NY Posted:

Jul 10, 2024

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Part Time Position ID:

178636

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Function of Position:

Reporting to the Director of Learning Support Systems, Academic Coaches are professional staff who work with students enrolled in MCC's Academic English Essentials course and accompanying lab (TRS 090 & 091) to help them to develop effective reading and learning strategies and become self-regulated learners. The role of the Embedded Academic Coach is to help the

TRS-090/TRS-091

student improve academically by identifying strengths and areas for improvement and designing appropriate activities to improve learning. The Academic Coach is embedded directly into one or more sections of MCC's Academic English Essentials course and accompanying lab (TRS 090 & 091) to model best practices and serve as a liaison between faculty and students. Embedded Coaches are expected to collaborate effectively with their assigned instructor(s), to assist with and bolster in-class engagement. Embedded Coaches further provide supplemental support outside of class time to help students with discipline-specific content, learning strategies, time-management, and problem solving.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

Primary Functions:

Serve as model student and attend class regularly Provide support in one or more sections of MCC's Academic English Essentials course and accompanying lab (TRS 090 & 091) Actively engage with students both during and outside of class time Foster the development of independent, intentional learners; Provide one-on-one coaching related to academic success in TRS 090 course and accompanying TRS 091 lab Help students understand and use effective reading and learning strategies Provide assistance to students needing intensive study skills and reading help in a myriad of subjects Help students identify and overcome obstacles that may be impeding academic success Help students focus on individual goals and identify steps to reaching those goals Work with students to develop strong time management and organization Develop with students individualized academic plans Motivate students to take ownership of their own academic success Refer students to other services on campus such as academic advising, personal counseling, career counseling, subject-specific tutoring, Single Stop, etc. Develop and nurture rapport with students, peers, and faculty Attend training activities to comply with certification requirements before and/or during semesters Combine "how to learn" with "what to learn," to facilitate student learning, help students better understand concepts or applications of course content, and promote higher order thinking and problem solving Collaborate with

TRS 090 091

teacher of record for ongoing student support and formative assessment reports Adhere to tutoring center protocol and tutoring expectations as outlined in the Tutor Handbook Assist students in the development of reading and learning strategies as well as note taking and study techniques

Secondary Functions:

Create direct connection to seek out further services in the TAAC to introduce students to Academic Coaching services Assist with other learning assistance projects as needed and discussed with teacher of record

MCC Expectations:

Adheres to the College Code of Conduct. Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment. Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College. Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college. Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in education, Reading and writing, Literacy, or comparable degree Experience working with diverse college populations Technology savvy

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Reading or Reading Education or comparable degree Bachelor's degree in English, Composition, or comparable degree Two years of developmental reading and writing teaching experience Some tutoring experience

Additional Information:

Job Type:

Part Time Hours:

10-20 Hours per

Week Pay Rate:

Professional Bachelor's Degree

• $17/hr Master's Degree
• $19/hr PhD
• $21.00/hr Adjunct
• $25.

00/hr (to qualify for adjunct pay rate, applicants must have at least one assigned course for the semester) Non-Discrimination Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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