Part-Time Academic Coach (As Pool)

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Alvin College - Main Campus

Job Type: Part-time (Staff)

Job Number: FY2526-055

Divison: Academic Affairs/Instruction

Department: General Education & Academic Support

Opening Date: 09/01/2025

Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

SUMMARY

Hourly Rate $25.15

This is a Part-Time Academic Coach position for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information .

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES

The life of a college student is often a busy one where multiple courses, assignments, part-time jobs, and other commitments that compete for time. The Learning Lab and Learning Commons Academic Coaching Program offers a structured, collaborative approach to support academic progress.

Academic Coaches provide individualized guidance and ongoing feedback as they meet one-on-one with students . Academic Coaches support students in honing time management skills, prioritize commitments and meet deadlines. Academic Coaches also help students study smarter by learning a wide assortment of active reading, test-taking, and other student success strategies. Remote work opportunities will be evaluated according to student demand and case-by-case basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Help students establish and maintain positive daily routines and habits

Help students establish and maintain priorities

Help orient students to campus resources (such as Counseling, Registrar, Career Center, Advising and other resources)

Help students develop strategies for breaking tasks into manageable steps

Help students assess academic progress through regular check-ins

Help students make mindful decisions and solving problems

Teach students how to take and use class notes

Help students actively read and learn from textbooks

Help students improve test taking skills and alleviate test anxiety

Provide students with skills and strategies needed to become self-regulated learners

Help students identify and overcome obstacles 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

Motivate students to take ownership of their own academic success

Monitor student progress WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Proven interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively, professionally, and tactfully interact with others

Ability to write and communicate clearly and effectively via email or telephone

Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the Learning Lab and Learning Commons teams

Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, with an ability to plan and manage multiple projects concurrently

Ability to maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures

Computer literacy and ability to quickly learn new software applications

Ability to conduct workshops, seminars, and trainings

Commitment to maintain confidentiality PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, English, Writing, Reading or related area

Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 28,377 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.

The College

Alvin Community College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development.

Alvin Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates.

Vision Statement

"Alvin Community College will provide high-quality academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities that promote student success, enhance quality of life and support economic development."

Mission Statement

"Alvin Community College exists to improve the lives of its students and community by providing affordable, accessible, inclusive, high quality and innovative academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities for the diverse communities it serves."

Benefits

Alvin Community College provides comprehensive, competitive, and affordable benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees. The College offers a variety of health insurances, retirement, optional retirement plans, generous paid leave and holidays, wellness leave, an employee assistance program, and more. For most plans there is a 60 day waiting period for enrollment. Feel free to reach out to Human Resources at if you have questions.

Please view our for more information and eligibility requirements.

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I acknowledge I have uploaded a copy of ALL my transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

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I acknowledge my application, resume and/or supplemental documents all match and provide the same and consistent information; ensuring that beginning and end dates are in the MM/YYYY format.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher?

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree preferably in Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, English, Writing, Reading or related area?

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Do you have at least 1 year of related work experience?

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Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?

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