Part-Time Academic Coach (As Needed Pool)

Part-Time Academic Coach (As Needed Pool)

Salary

$26.94 Hourly

Location

Varies: Alvin College/Online/Various Service Area School Districts/TX Dept of Criminal Justice

Job Type

11. Academic Coaches

Job Number

FY2627-060

Divison

Academic Affairs/Instruction

Department

General Education & Academic Support

Opening Date

09/07/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2027 11:59 PM Central

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SUMMARY

This is a Pat-Time (19 hours per week) Academic Coach position for available assignments during the academic year.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISDs per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends. May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.

If a degree, certification or licensure is required, the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES website for further information (www.naces.org).

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security-sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The life of a college student is often a busy one where multiple courses, assignments, part-time jobs, and other commitments that compete for time. The Learning Lab and Learning Commons' Academic Coaching Program offers a structured, collaborative approach to support academic progress.

Academic Coaches provide individualized guidance and ongoing feedback as they meet one-on-one with students. Academic Coaches support students in honing time management skills, prioritize commitments and meet deadlines. Academic Coaches also help students study smarter by learning a wide assortment of active reading, test-taking, and other student success strategies. Remote work opportunities will be evaluated according to student demand and on a case-by-case basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help students establish and maintain positive daily routines and habits
• Help students establish and maintain priorities
• Help orient students to campus resources (such as Counseling, Registrar, Career Center, Advising and other resources)
• Help students develop strategies for breaking tasks into manageable steps
• Help students assess academic progress through regular check-ins
• Help students make mindful decisions and solving problems
• Teach students how to take and use class notes
• Help students actively read and learn from textbooks
• Help students improve test taking skills and alleviate test anxiety
• Provide students with skills and strategies needed to become self-regulated learners
• Help students identify and overcome obstacles impeding academic success
• Help students focus on individual goals and identify steps to reaching those goals
• Work with students to develop strong time-management and organization
• Motivate students to take ownership of their own academic success
• Monitor student progress
• May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, English, Writing, Reading or related area

PREFERRED QUALIFICATONS

• Prefer at least one (1) year of related work experience
• Bilingual - English/Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively, professionally, and tactfully interact with others
• Ability to write and communicate clearly and effectively via email or telephone
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the Learning Lab and Learning Commons teams
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, with an ability to plan and manage multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures
• Computer literacy and ability to quickly learn new software applications
• Ability to conduct workshops, seminars, and trainings
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends at various locations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee typically works in an office/library learning center environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office or library. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

AI Statement:

Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.

Welcome to Alvin, Texas! Located twenty five miles southeast of Houston in northeast Brazoria County, on land originally granted to the Houston Tap and Brazoria Railroad, Alvin is home to 28,377 residents and has much to offer our citizens and visitors alike.

The College

Alvin College is a public community college in Brazoria County, Texas. We provide educational opportunities in workforce training, academics, technical fields, adult basic education, and personal development.

Alvin College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees and certificates.

Vision Statement

"Alvin College envisions a college that inspires lifelong learning, cultivates innovation, and serves as a vital partner in strengthening the economic and cultural vitality of our region-empowering students and communities to thrive in a rapidly changing world."

Mission Statement

"Alvin College improves lives by offering affordable, accessible, innovative, high-quality academic, career and technical education to meet the needs of students, workforce and the community."

Benefits

Alvin College provides comprehensive, competitive, and affordable benefit programs to meet the needs of our employees. The College offers a variety of health insurances, retirement, optional retirement plans, generous paid leave and holidays, wellness leave, an employee assistance program, and more. For most plans there is a 60 day waiting period for enrollment. Feel free to reach out to Human Resources at hr@alvincolleg.edu if you have questions.

Please view our Benefits Page for more information and eligibility requirements.

01

I acknowledge I have uploaded a copy of ALL my transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelor's degree? If so please select the area of study. (Select all that apply)

• Education
• Social Work
• Counseling
• Psychology
• English
• Writing
• Reading
• Other

03

Do you have at least one (1) year of related work experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you bilingual in English/Spanish? If yes, be prepared to answer questions in Spanish.

• Yes
• No

05

I acknowledge my Drivers license and vehicle insurance must be current at all times.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and off-campus assignments as needed?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you acknowledge that this position will be required to assist at local high schools and fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISDs per Texas Education Agency.

• Yes
• No

08

I acknowledge my application, resume and/or supplemental documents ALL MATCH and provide the same and consistent information; ensuring that beginning and end dates are in the MM/YYYY format and all applicable work experience is listed. Please be advised, if these documents do not match, there will be a delay in the hiring process as employment dates will need to be confirmed.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Alvin College

Address 3110 Mustang Road

Alvin, Texas, 77511

Phone 281-756-3639

281-756-3722

Website http:www.alvincollege.edu