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Apply to be an Academic Coach

Academic Coaches play a pivotal role in supporting the academic success of their fellow Ohio State students as a part of the Dennis Learning Center (DLC) team. Academic Coaches help students develop effective strategies related to learning, studying, test-taking, reading, note-taking, self-confidence, procrastination, motivation, time management, and resilience. Academic Coaches must be enrolled undergraduate students at Columbus campus.

Application Deadline: November 14, 2022

To Apply

  • Submit our DLC Coach application at go.osu.edu/beacoach or click the red button below.
  • You can start the application and come back later to complete it – please take your time and think through your answers carefully.
  • You will be asked to submit an application and resume through Workday if you are selected to be interviewed for this position.
Apply to be an Academic Coach

Position Description

DLC Academic Coaches are enrolled undergraduate student employees (position is not open to enrolled graduate students). Academic Coaches work with students one-on-one and in small groups to discuss academic concerns and develop strategies to promote academic success. Additionally, Academic Coaches facilitate workshops (online and in-person) for groups of 10-100 students on a variety of topics that support academic success. Other responsibilities include representing the DLC at campus resource fairs, updating and creating online resources, managing DLC social media accounts, creating videos and articles related to DLC content, and assisting with special projects furthering the DLC mission. Academic Coaches receive training in all aspects of the position. Academic Coaches are expected to work an average of 10-15 hours per week, although hours worked per week vary based upon employees’ availability and the demand for services. Most work is completed during business hours but may include some pre-scheduled evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities of an Academic Coach

  • Recommending personalized learning and motivation strategies to students in one-on-one coaching appointments (online or in-person) 
  • Using academic coaching techniques to establish rapport, support growth, and encourage behavior change during one-on-one coaching appointments 
  • Providing ongoing assistance to students through follow-up appointments and emails 
  • Recording appointment notes in online database  
  • Maintaining confidentiality of the content of coaching appointments to protect students’ privacy 
  • Referring students to relevant campus resources  
  • Preparing for and rehearsing workshop presentations 
  • Facilitating workshops (online or in-person) for a variety of student groups  
  • Creating and updating online resources on the DLC website 
  • Creating awareness of DLC services to students through outreach such as campus resource fairs  
  • Collaborating with coaching team on a variety of project assignments that further the DLC mission 
  • Communicating with the coaching team frequently via email and Microsoft Teams to discuss coaching, workshops, scheduling, and DLC projects 
  • Using online calendar and scheduling tools (e.g., Outlook, OnCourse) to schedule team meetings, coaching appointments, and workshops 
  • Creating and hosting meetings virtually via CarmenZoom 
  • Meeting with coaching team and coaching supervisor regularly for updates, training, and feedback 
  • Working independently and conscientiously with minimal supervision to support students and represent the DLC in a professional manner 
  • Maintain a weekly work schedule at a variety of locations across Columbus campus as well as online 

Desired Qualifications

  • Understanding of and personal commitment to learning and motivation concepts and strategies 
  • Ability to provide academic support to undergraduate students individually and in groups 
  • Maturity and self-confidence 
  • Experience with public speaking/teaching to large groups (10-100 people) both in-person and virtually 
  • Reasonably predictable and open schedule to allow for scheduling of meetings and workshops at various times during business hours 
  • Eagerness to develop coaching and presentation skills 
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills 
  • High emotional intelligence and ability to empathize 
  • Experience with academic struggles and demonstration of resilience 
  • Strong performance in DLC course, if taken (ESEPSY 1159, 1259, 1359, 2059, 2060, 5194) 

Hiring Process & Timeline

  • Applications due in late Autumn semester – Deadline: Wednesday, November 14
  • Selected applicants will be invited to interview in November.
  • After interviews, applicants may be offered a position as an Academic Coach to start in spring semester (January).
  • If offered a position, new coaches may be asked to complete a background check and other HR paperwork.
  • During winter break and the first six weeks of spring semester, new Academic Coaches complete paid training to develop their coaching skills, presentation skills, and understanding of learning and motivation strategies.
  • Newly hired Academic Coaches will officially start the position on the first day of classes in spring semester.

Compensation

  • Beginning Academic Coaches are paid at a rate of $13.00 per hour.
  • Academic Coaches who return to work at the DLC in succeeding years may receive an increase in their hourly rate.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this application or the position, please contact DLC Program Manager, Jackie von Spiegel (dlc@osu.edu).

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