Academic Coach

• Limited Part Time
• Quincy College Quincy College
• 3.

9 Quincy, MA Job Details Part-time 22 hours ago Qualifications Customer service Bachelor's degree Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Working with students Working with students with special education needs Productivity software Experience working with individuals from underserved communities Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)

Full Job Description Location:

Quincy, MA Category:

Staff Job Type:

PT No Benefits Posted On:

Fri Sep 25 2026

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is part time. Academic Coaching is defined as a collaborative learning process that occurs between a coach and a student and examines a student's academic strengths and needs. The Academic Coach offers guidance and identifies strategies that can lead the student to academic achievement. Academic Coaching provides students with continuous support in various academic elements, such as learning/study strategies and time management. Coaches understand that each student has different strengths and perspectives and strive to accommodate each student's academic needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and provide student-centered learning assistance such as: goal-setting, motivation, time/task management, active learning strategies (note-taking, reading comprehension, test-taking), communication with professors, research and library navigation assistance, and campus resources Support academically at-risk students who have been placed on academic probation and warning. Spearhead equity-minded initiatives that will advance the mission and further develop the area of Academic Coaching. Conduct outreach to students, faculty and staff regarding support services provided by Academic Coaching. Maintain a spreadsheet of utilization data regarding Academic Coaching services. Collaborate with advisors, faculty, and other support staff as needed/required. Participate in relevant professional development opportunities. Participate in mandatory training/coursework, including but not limited to: Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Non-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Security Policy and Notification of Security Reporting FERPA Municipal Ethics Law Assume other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree required.

REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, motivation, and high degree of openness to new approaches and new ideas. A strong interest in college student development and/or learning theory. Experience and/or ability to work with, and motivate, students from diverse populations (e.g., students with learning disabilities and other disabilities, students of color, multilingual students, non-binary and transgender students, veteran students, and non-traditional students). Commitment to customer service excellence/support to enhance an environment of equity, diversity and inclusion. Ability to initiate work independently, without direct supervision, as well as identify and resolve day-to-day problems. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Strong computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Experience in teaching, academic tutoring, peer mentoring and/or counseling is preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

TRAVEL:

Work assignments and travel may be required between Quincy and Plymouth campuses.

Additional Information:

EEO Statement:

Quincy College is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Quincy College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.