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Student Success Coach roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in education, counseling, psychology, or social work. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting full-time OPT authorization. Many employers in higher education and edtech are experienced with OPT work authorization and CAP-GAP extensions.
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Position Summary
The Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success serves as a key member of the School of Business leadership team and supports the operational, academic, assessment, and student-success functions of the School. The individual works closely with the Executive Director to ensure excellence in academic delivery, student support, accreditation readiness, faculty engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The position combines administrative leadership with instructional responsibilities and plays a central role in supporting the School's growth strategy.
Responsibilities
Academic Operations:
- Support day-to-day academic operations of the School of Business.
- Coordinate course scheduling and instructional planning.
- Assist with faculty and adjunct onboarding.
- Monitor course coverage and faculty assignments.
- Support graduate program implementation and launch activities.
- Coordinate academic policy implementation and student issue resolution.
Student Success & Advising:
- Coordinate advising support efforts.
- Monitor student progression and retention indicators.
- Assist with transfer credit evaluations and degree planning.
- Support student appeals and academic review processes.
- Coordinate orientation and onboarding initiatives.
- Develop and manage student engagement initiatives.
Assessment & Accreditation:
- Support implementation of assessment plans.
- Coordinate collection of assessment artifacts and data.
- Maintain assessment calendars and reporting timelines.
- Help prepare materials related to IACBE accreditation.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts.
Digital Learning & Canvas Quality:
- Partner with Institute for Teaching Innovation (ITI) and faculty to develop and maintain schoolwide Canvas standards.
- Create and manage standardized course templates.
- Review course shells for consistency, accessibility, and quality.
- Support faculty in implementation of instructional technologies.
- Ensure alignment between course outcomes, assignments, assessments, and accreditation expectations.
- Lead ongoing efforts to improve the digital student experience.
Experiential Learning & Employer Partnerships:
- Support internship and experiential learning initiatives.
- Assist with coordination of employer engagement activities.
- Help facilitate advisory board initiatives.
- Assist in identifying consulting projects and employer-sponsored experiences.
- Coordinate student participation in experiential learning opportunities.
Communications & Outreach:
- Support communications initiatives and student storytelling.
- Assist with School events and recruitment activities.
- Coordinate student ambassador and social media engagement efforts.
- Contribute to marketing and enrollment-support initiatives.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses based on qualifications and School needs.
- Participate in curriculum development and course revision efforts.
- Support and initiate innovative instructional approaches and experiential learning initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Management, Education, or related field (doctorate preferred).
- Experience teaching or in higher education administration, student success, academic operations, learning and development, or instructional design.
- Demonstrated experience with Canvas or other LMS platforms.
- Knowledge of accreditation and assessment processes preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and external partners.
Work Remotely - No
Work Location: Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Pay: $75,000 - $95,000 Annually
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
About D'Youville University:
Shaping the Future of Education at D'Youville University
D’Youville University, a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, is transforming lives through a unique blend of academics and holistic development. Committed to promoting a health mind, body, and spirit, D’Youville empowers individuals to realize their potential, thrive in their careers, and make meaningful contributions to society.
A Dynamic and Purpose-Driven Community
Located on Buffalo’s vibrant West Side, just blocks from a bustling downtown, D’Youville University is deeply embedded in an energetic, diverse urban landscape. Under the visionary leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is undergoing an exciting evolution, with innovative initiatives designed to meet societal needs, elevate student experiences, expand career readiness, and solidify our role as a leader in 21st-century education.
A Place for Growth and Innovation
D’Youville University offers education across health sciences and business, with a range of degree levels, advanced certificates, accelerated paths, and community-engaged learning experiences. Our dedication to preparing students for successful careers is showcased in our national ranking for social mobility making us the top private university in the City of Buffalo.
Why Work with Us?
As a D’Youville University Saint, you’ll be joining a collaborative, innovation-driven community committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, and transformative growth. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a university making a real difference—for our students, our community, and our world. Explore the possibilities at dyu.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.
Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Academic Operations & Student Success serves as a key member of the School of Business leadership team and supports the operational, academic, assessment, and student-success functions of the School. The individual works closely with the Executive Director to ensure excellence in academic delivery, student support, accreditation readiness, faculty engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The position combines administrative leadership with instructional responsibilities and plays a central role in supporting the School's growth strategy.
Responsibilities
Academic Operations:
- Support day-to-day academic operations of the School of Business.
- Coordinate course scheduling and instructional planning.
- Assist with faculty and adjunct onboarding.
- Monitor course coverage and faculty assignments.
- Support graduate program implementation and launch activities.
- Coordinate academic policy implementation and student issue resolution.
Student Success & Advising:
- Coordinate advising support efforts.
- Monitor student progression and retention indicators.
- Assist with transfer credit evaluations and degree planning.
- Support student appeals and academic review processes.
- Coordinate orientation and onboarding initiatives.
- Develop and manage student engagement initiatives.
Assessment & Accreditation:
- Support implementation of assessment plans.
- Coordinate collection of assessment artifacts and data.
- Maintain assessment calendars and reporting timelines.
- Help prepare materials related to IACBE accreditation.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts.
Digital Learning & Canvas Quality:
- Partner with Institute for Teaching Innovation (ITI) and faculty to develop and maintain schoolwide Canvas standards.
- Create and manage standardized course templates.
- Review course shells for consistency, accessibility, and quality.
- Support faculty in implementation of instructional technologies.
- Ensure alignment between course outcomes, assignments, assessments, and accreditation expectations.
- Lead ongoing efforts to improve the digital student experience.
Experiential Learning & Employer Partnerships:
- Support internship and experiential learning initiatives.
- Assist with coordination of employer engagement activities.
- Help facilitate advisory board initiatives.
- Assist in identifying consulting projects and employer-sponsored experiences.
- Coordinate student participation in experiential learning opportunities.
Communications & Outreach:
- Support communications initiatives and student storytelling.
- Assist with School events and recruitment activities.
- Coordinate student ambassador and social media engagement efforts.
- Contribute to marketing and enrollment-support initiatives.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses based on qualifications and School needs.
- Participate in curriculum development and course revision efforts.
- Support and initiate innovative instructional approaches and experiential learning initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business, Management, Education, or related field (doctorate preferred).
- Experience teaching or in higher education administration, student success, academic operations, learning and development, or instructional design.
- Demonstrated experience with Canvas or other LMS platforms.
- Knowledge of accreditation and assessment processes preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, employers, and external partners.
Work Remotely - No
Work Location: Buffalo, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Pay: $75,000 - $95,000 Annually
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
About D'Youville University:
Shaping the Future of Education at D'Youville University
D’Youville University, a nationally ranked private university in Buffalo, New York, is transforming lives through a unique blend of academics and holistic development. Committed to promoting a health mind, body, and spirit, D’Youville empowers individuals to realize their potential, thrive in their careers, and make meaningful contributions to society.
A Dynamic and Purpose-Driven Community
Located on Buffalo’s vibrant West Side, just blocks from a bustling downtown, D’Youville University is deeply embedded in an energetic, diverse urban landscape. Under the visionary leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, the university is undergoing an exciting evolution, with innovative initiatives designed to meet societal needs, elevate student experiences, expand career readiness, and solidify our role as a leader in 21st-century education.
A Place for Growth and Innovation
D’Youville University offers education across health sciences and business, with a range of degree levels, advanced certificates, accelerated paths, and community-engaged learning experiences. Our dedication to preparing students for successful careers is showcased in our national ranking for social mobility making us the top private university in the City of Buffalo.
Why Work with Us?
As a D’Youville University Saint, you’ll be joining a collaborative, innovation-driven community committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, and transformative growth. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a university making a real difference—for our students, our community, and our world. Explore the possibilities at dyu.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Student Success Coach
Target employers familiar with OPT
Universities, community colleges, and edtech companies regularly hire on OPT for student-facing roles. These employers already understand work authorization timelines, making the conversation about your status straightforward from the start.
Connect your degree directly to the role
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your field of study. A degree in education, psychology, counseling, or social work maps cleanly to Student Success Coach responsibilities. Be ready to articulate that connection clearly in your application.
Address CAP-GAP proactively
If your OPT expires before an H-1B visa takes effect, CAP-GAP extends your authorization automatically. Explain this to hiring managers early so they understand there's no gap in your legal ability to work during the transition period.
Highlight student-facing experience prominently
Tutoring, academic advising, peer mentoring, or teaching assistant roles signal direct readiness for this position. Employers hiring on OPT want low onboarding risk, so demonstrable experience with students reduces hesitation about your visa situation.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Knowing exactly how many months remain on your OPT, and whether STEM extension applies, helps employers plan. Come to interviews prepared with your authorization end date and a clear explanation of your next steps toward longer-term work authorization.
Pursue institutions with H-1B sponsorship history
Some colleges and nonprofits sponsor H-1B or O-1 visas for Student Success Coaches, especially when the role requires a specialized degree. Research an employer's sponsorship track record before applying so you're not surprised after an offer is extended.
Student Success Coach OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Student Success Coach role qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, provided your degree field is directly related to the role. Student Success Coach positions typically require backgrounds in education, counseling, psychology, or social work, all of which satisfy OPT's requirement that employment be in your field of study. If your degree is in a different discipline, document the connection carefully before accepting an offer.
Can I work as a Student Success Coach on STEM OPT extension?
STEM OPT applies only to degrees in qualifying science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields. Most Student Success Coach roles are staffed by graduates in education or social sciences, which are not STEM-designated fields. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM discipline and the role genuinely relates to it, check with your DSO to confirm eligibility before applying.
Where can I find Student Success Coach jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Student Success Coach positions from employers who are open to hiring F-1 OPT students. Filtering by authorization type saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. Roles in higher education administration and edtech companies appear most frequently on Migrate Mate for this job title.
Do Student Success Coach employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends?
It varies by employer type. Large universities and multi-campus college systems are more likely to have H-1B sponsorship infrastructure than smaller private institutions. Edtech companies with dedicated HR teams also sponsor more frequently. Nonprofit and community college employers sometimes sponsor but often lack the internal process to do so quickly, so it's worth asking directly during the offer stage.
What happens to my Student Success Coach job if my OPT expires before my H-1B petition is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires, CAP-GAP protection extends your F-1 status and work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year, or until a decision is reached on the petition. You can continue working in your Student Success Coach role during this period without interruption, as long as the petition remains pending or approved.