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Academic Success Coach jobs are open across higher education, K-12 school districts, nonprofit organizations, and ed-tech companies, from entry-level advisor roles to senior coordinator and program director positions, with specializations in retention coaching, learning strategies, and first-generation student support. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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ACADEMIC SUCCESS COACH JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Academic Success Coach
Department: Programs: Academic Success
Reports To: Academic Success Coordinator
Employment Status: Part-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: Assigned Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills Unit
POSITION SUMMARY
The Academic Success Coach is responsible for providing direct academic support,
tutoring, mentoring, and educational enrichment to members of the Boys & Girls Club of
the Sandhills. Working under the supervision and direction of the Academic Success
Coordinator, the Academic Success Coach helps Implement the organization's Academic
Success initiatives and ensures that members receive consistent, high-quality educational
support. The Academic Success Coach works directly with youth to strengthen reading,
mathematics, homework completion, study skills, educational confidence, and overall
academic performance. This position is expected to create an engaging, structured, safe,
and encouraging learning environment where every member has an opportunity to
succeed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Academic Support and Tutoring
- Provide individual and small-group tutoring in reading, mathematics, writing, and
other academic subjects.
- Assist members with homework, school assignments, projects, and test
preparation.
- Reinforce skills being taught in school through age-appropriate academic activities.
- Provide additional support to members who are performing below grade level.
- Encourage members to develop strong study habits, organizational skills, and
personal responsibility.
- Help members establish achievable academic goals and celebrate progress.
Academic Success Programming
- Implement Academic Success activities and lesson plans provided or approved by
the Academic Success Coordinator.
- Facilitate literacy, reading, mathematics, STEM, and educational enrichment
activities.
- Maintain a structured Academic Success environment during designated program
times.
- Encourage consistent member participation in Academic Success programming.
- Assist with academic competitions, reading challenges, educational events, and
recognition programs.
- Support college and career readiness activities when appropriate.
Member Progress and Data Collection
- Track member attendance and participation in Academic Success programming.
- Maintain accurate records of tutoring and academic activities.
- Assist with collecting report cards, progress reports, assessments, and other
approved academic information.
- Document member progress toward established academic goals.
- Provide requested program data to the Academic Success Coordinator accurately
and on time.
- Identify members who may need additional academic intervention and
communicate concerns to the Academic Success Coordinator.
- Assist with collecting success stories and measurable outcomes demonstrating
program impact.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND MENTORING
The Academic Success Coach will build positive, professional relationships with Club
members and serve as a positive role model. The Coach will:
- Encourage members to believe in their academic abilities.
- Promote respect, responsibility, accountability, and perseverance.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with members.
- Use positive behavior-management techniques.
- Encourage good school attendance and classroom behavior.
- Recognize academic improvement and achievement.
- Create an environment where members feel safe asking for assistance.
- Support the social and emotional development of members as it relates to
academic success.
SUPERVISION AND ACCOUNTABILITY
The Academic Success Coach works under the direct supervision of the Academic
Success Coordinator.
The Academic Success Coach is expected to follow the direction and program
expectations established by the Academic Success Coordinator, attend scheduled
Academic Success team meetings and trainings, submit required documentation by
established deadlines, communicate member needs and program concerns, and
participate in coaching, evaluation, and professional development activities. The
Academic Coach does not independently supervise or manage the overall Academic
Success program unless specifically authorized by organizational leadership.
SCHOOL AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Under the direction of the Academic Success Coordinator, the Academic Success Coach
may assist with family communication regarding academe progress, support parent
engagement activities, participate in academic nights and recognition events, and help
connect families with educational resources.
All formal communication or partnerships with schools and outside organizations should
follow Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills procedures and the direction of the Academic
Success Coordinator.
SAFETY AND CLUB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain appropriate supervision of Club members at all times.
- Follow all Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding members, families, academic records, and
organizational information.
- Immediately report safety concerns or incidents according to organizational policy.
- Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming academic spaces.
- Assist with Club-wide programs, special events, and activities when needed.
- Attend required staff meetings and professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Youth
Development, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with children or teenagers preferred.
- Previous tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or after-school program experience
preferred.
- Ability to assist youth effectively with reading, mathematics, and general academic
subjects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Must successfully complete all required background checks, screenings, and
organizational training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The successful candidate should demonstrate a passion for helping young people achieve
academically, patience with different learning styles, strong relationship-building skills,
effective classroom and group management, reliability, professionalism, creativity, and
the ability to accept coaching and direction.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
Performance will be evaluated based on the quality and consistency of Academic Success
programming, member participation and academic progress, accuracy and timeliness of
documentation, implementation Ot assigned activities, classroom management,
communication with the Academic Success Coordinator, professionalism, teamwork,
attendance, punctuality, and compliance with organizational policies.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for the Academic Coach position is $16.00—$19.00 per hour.
The starting hourly rate within this range will be determined based on the candidate's
education, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to
successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The employee must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and participate in normal Club
activities for extended periods. The employee may occasionally be required to lift or move
program materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in academic success coach jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, psychology, or a related field
- Experience advising or coaching students in an academic or educational setting
- Proficiency with student information systems such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or Ellucian
- Familiarity with early alert platforms and case management software
- Knowledge of FERPA regulations and student privacy compliance requirements
- Master's degree preferred for roles at four-year colleges and universities
Tips for Your Academic Success Coach Job Search
Tailor your resume to caseload metrics
Academic success coach job postings frequently ask for student caseload size and retention outcomes. Rewrite your resume bullets to reflect the number of students you advised per semester and any measurable improvement in GPA, persistence rates, or course completion you supported.
Highlight crisis intervention and referral skills
Many postings prioritize candidates who can recognize academic distress and connect students to counseling, disability services, or financial aid. Name the specific campus offices or community partners you've worked with and describe how you managed referral handoffs in complex situations.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists academic success coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search for institution-specific job titles
The same role appears as academic advisor, student success specialist, retention coach, and persistence coordinator across different schools. Search all these variants when targeting openings, or you'll miss a significant share of relevant postings at community colleges and regional universities.
Prepare a philosophy statement before interviews
Many academic success coach interviews ask you to articulate your advising or coaching philosophy in writing or on the spot. Draft a focused two-to-three sentence statement that names your theoretical framework, such as appreciative advising or intrusive advising, and ties it to a specific student outcome you've achieved.
Negotiate professional development into your offer
Academic success coaching roles rarely come with large salary flexibility, but many institutions have room to add conference funding, training reimbursements, or reduced courseload for graduate certificate work. Ask about these during the offer conversation before accepting any terms.
Academic Success Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most academic success coachs?
The companies hiring the most academic success coachs right now include YAVAPAI COLLEGE, Alabama A&M University, and Sam Houston State University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and regional public universities consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many academic success coach jobs are remote?
About 56% of academic success coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by employer type. Ed-tech companies and online colleges offer the most remote positions, while traditional campus-based roles at community colleges and residential universities are predominantly in-person given their student-facing responsibilities.
How do you become a academic success coach?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, or psychology, then gain direct experience working with students through tutoring, mentoring, or advising roles. Pursue a master's degree in higher education, student affairs, or counseling if you want to work at four-year institutions. Obtain certifications in intrusive or appreciative advising frameworks to strengthen your candidacy, and build familiarity with early alert and case management tools used in campus settings.
Can you get hired as an academic success coach with little experience?
Yes, entry-level academic success coach roles exist, particularly at community colleges and nonprofit tutoring organizations that value lived experience supporting underrepresented students. Candidates with peer mentoring, tutoring center work, or AmeriCorps service often compete successfully for these openings. Emphasize transferable skills like active listening, caseload organization, and familiarity with student populations your target employer serves.
What does the academic success coach interview process look like?
Most academic success coach interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with student affairs staff, faculty advisors, and sometimes students. You'll likely be asked behavioral questions about handling at-risk students and crisis referrals, and many institutions include a written scenario exercise or a short presentation on your advising philosophy before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to academic success coach jobs?
You can find and apply to academic success coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your background, whether that's higher education, K-12, nonprofit, or ed-tech, and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and location preferences.
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