Educational Coach
Role Summary The Educational Coach is a 12-month, full-time position that teaches courses, advises students, and supports the continued operations and development of the Blazers Achieve Student Support Services program. Responsibilities Coaches, mentors, and records student services in the database. Recruits and conducts intake procedures at Trailblazer Kickoff and PreVUs (some are on Saturday). Facilitates record-keeping, database management, purchasing, and inventory and utilizes standard office equipment.
Maintains computer lab and Smart Classroom. Facilitates transitioning strategies from high school to postsecondary setting. Coordinates services with community agencies and other campus departments. Assists students with career exploration and soft skills development. Assists with student advising. Works as a collaborative team member. Participates and travels for professional development, including TRIO Priority training.
Works some evenings for workshops, field trips, Business Dinner, etc. Works some evenings for workshops, field trips, Business Dinner, etc. Provides scheduled office hours for student consultation. Serves on departmental and University-wide committees. Participates in program assessment. Your Qualifications: Essential Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, business, technology, or related field required.
Master’s preferred. Work experience (i.e., minimum one year) providing educational/coaching/mentoring services to underrepresented populations (e.g., diverse cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds, students with disabilities) required. Ability to foster a safe, positive learning environment for students Supplemental Skills / Experience: Executive function/soft skills (e.g., planning, organizing, time management, task initiation, etc.).
Excellent written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or similar software. Ability to learn or knowledge of Banner, Blackboard LMS, Degree Works, or other databases and software. Ability to maintain confidential information. Our Benefits Medical, dental, & vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Long-term Disability and life insurance Excellent holiday and time off benefits Life Assistance Program (LAP) Defined Contribution (403(b)) Retirement Plan Educational support benefit Membership & discount offers Physical Demands and Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, which might include but are not limited to remaining stationary for long periods, occasional movement throughout the department, and occasional transport of objects weighing less than 10 pounds.
This position requires the ability to observe and analyze details at close range and communicate accurately with others. Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.