Cc Academic Coach

The incumbent helps Complete 2 Compete (C2C) students develop skills, behaviors, and habits that contribute to college success. These include academic and career goal setting, learning strategies, time management and organization, self-regulation, and self-efficacy.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of counseling theories and techniques, theories of learning and human development, and relevant and desirable student learning outcomes; including intellectual growth, realistic self-appraisal,  enhanced self-esteem, clarified values, career choice and achievement of personal and education goals.
Computer technology skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite, email/internet applications, and student information systems.
Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
The ability to teach post-secondary students to make sound education planning decisions and develop academic success skills.
Essential Job Functions Advises and counsels C2C students, monitoring their overall academic progress through mandatory advising sessions
Maintain confidentiality of student records
Provide accurate information to undergraduate students regarding degree requirements, academic standards, and support systems available to university
Guide students with course selection and scheduling 
Assist with problem-solving
Provides proactive and intrusive advising interventions for students, including referral and follow-up with other units of the University
Documents the student advising history electronically
Liaison between university schools and colleges
Collaborative with academic affairs and other key stakeholders on retention and progression
Qualifications Master's degree in Counseling, Education or related field
Two-three(2-3) years' counseling or advising experience