Academic coach
Resume examples

Work with college students to help them develop and achieve academic and career goals. Cultivate good study habits among students while preparing college admissions, financial responsibilities, and exams as well as evaluating student progress.

• Coach first-year students to help them address individual learning needs to increase achievement and persistence
• Work with first-year students, in collaboration with faculty and staff, to promote the planning of intentional academic pathways
• Provide orientation to first-year students regarding college procedures and policies, including registration, faculty advising, and academic standing.
• Monitor individual student progress and work collaboratively with other College student support and student alert processes.

Helped students improve their analytical and problem-solving skills by discussing the subjects covered in class and guiding them through better use of their time while completing homework. Collaborated with senior academic coaches to introduce multimedia workshops for online coaching, and to evaluate student performance at home through weekly follow up with parents and guardians.

• Established rules of good behavior to maintain order during classes and written examinations, including discipline measures to minimize classroom disruptions.
• Coordinated with senior teachers to set up after-school hours and help students in need of extra tutoring, focusing on group studies to address academic deficiencies and accelerate progress.
• Observed student engagement during class hours and advised teachers on how to differentiate instruction methods to retain student interest and maximize learning.
• Maintained regular contact with students’ families via telephone, e-mail, and web conferencing, providing regular updates on coursework progress and overall performance.
• Offered substantial resources and insightful advice to prepare students for post-secondary education and early career pathways.