Scholastic Performance Specialist II - Texas A&M : Job Details

Job Title

Scholastic Performance Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Academic Success Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we want

Scholastic Performance Specialist II (Success Coach)Are you ready to be a game-changer in student success? As a Success Coach, you'll be the driving force behind innovative academic support programs that empower students to thrive. You'll design and lead dynamic initiatives that tap into the full potential of campus and community resources, helping students unlock their academic excellence.

In this impactful role, you'll provide personalized guidance through one-on-one coaching and energizing group sessions, connecting students with the tools and strategies they need to succeed. You'll track progress, analyze performance data, and craft insightful reports that shape the future of student achievement.

If you're passionate about making a difference and love turning challenges into victories, this is your opportunity to inspire, lead, and elevate student success to new heights.

What you need to know

Salary: $45,000/annually

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Note: Attends and participates in professional development at times beyond usual working hours (Must be able to work occasional weekends and evenings)

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Two years experience in advising, recruiting, teaching, coaching, Student Affairs or other related area

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Four years experience in advising, recruiting, teaching, coaching, Student Affairs or other related area

• Advanced technical skills in word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical skills in word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities

Coaching

• Maintains an individual case load of students

• Meets, refers, and follows up with students regarding general scholastic questions, concerns and needs

• Fosters retention of identified groups of students through coaching, mentoring, monitoring of student grades, and other support activities

• Provides scholastic direction and advice to students, both individually and in groups

Records

• Administers and interprets assessment inventories, making referrals as required, and manages organizational and administrative aspects of individual student cases

• Develops and supervises systems for maintaining records of student contacts

• Oversees the development of success coaching projects and their implementation to achieve specific objectives or outcomes

• Maintains student information in appropriate record systems and maintains records of student contacts and achievements

• Interprets data and prepares reports as requested

Collaboration

• Responds to inquiries from students and refers to appropriate University and college policies and procedures stakeholders

• Interacts with college offices regarding academic progress of students related to student probationary terms and/or general academic progress

Training

• Completes professional success coach internal training

Who we a re

Academic Success Center provides comprehensive resources that help all Aggies achieve their academic goals and realize their academic potential. Every Aggie deserves a chance at an Aggie diploma, and the Academic Success Center exists to support them in that endeavor. To this end, we affirm a commitment to creating an environment that supports all Aggies regardless of their background or experiences.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values ( which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health ( , dental ( , vision ( , life and long-term disability insurance ( with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days ( of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each ( month

• Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values ( which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.