Job Openings

Academic Success Coach- Part-Time

Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Working under the direction of the Director of Cadet-Athlete Development and Director of Athletic Compliance, the Academic Success Coach will assist in the fulfillment and facilitation of the first-year transitional program. The Academic Success Coach serves as a liaison between the first-year cadet-athlete and Cadet-Athlete Development professional staff to monitor academic success and encourage the development of self-advocacy. The Director of Cadet-Athlete Development works hand in hand with Academic Success Coaches to identify those in need of supplemental resources and to communicate with coaching staff.

Job Openings

Academic Success Coach- Part-Time

Posted Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Working under the direction of the Director of Cadet-Athlete Development and Director of Athletic Compliance, the Academic Success Coach will assist in the fulfillment and facilitation of the first-year transitional program. The Academic Success Coach serves as a liaison between the first-year cadet-athlete and Cadet-Athlete Development professional staff to monitor academic success and encourage the development of self-advocacy. The Director of Cadet-Athlete Development works hand in hand with Academic Success Coaches to identify those in need of supplemental resources and to communicate with coaching staff.

Essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Working with first-year cadet-athletes to monitor academic performance, teach organization, planning, and other learning & study skills and strategies.
• Be familiar with academic support and enhancement resources available, policy and procedure of the VMI, including the Honor Code, Southern Conference, and NCAA.
• Communicate effectively with cadets by establishing a positive rapport and by keeping a professional, patient, and engaged demeanor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Considerations:

• Master's degree or higher.
• Previous experience in student services (tutoring, mentoring, etc.).
• Previous experience working in intercollegiate athletics or intercollegiate athletics academic support.

Candidates can apply at: Academic Success Coach- Part-Time- Job Application

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322