Job Description

Posting number: 226396

Department: River Parishes Community College

Job classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Posting type: Open

Categories: Education

Summary

POSITION TITLE

English Academic Coach

APPOINTMENT

Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs

LINE AND STAFF RELATIONSHIPS

Directly responsible to the Dean of Students (or designee)

Campus: Gonzales Campus (Travel to other campuses as needed)

Employment Status: Part-Time (Up to 28 hours per week)

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time English Academic Coach provides academic coaching, tutoring, and targeted intervention services to students enrolled in mathematics courses. The Academic Coach works collaboratively with mathematics faculty and Student Success Coaches to identify and support students experiencing academic challenges, improve course completion, and increase student success and retention.

This position maintains an assigned caseload of students, monitors academic progress, provides individualized coaching and tutoring, and connects students with additional campus resources when appropriate. The position is primarily based on the Gonzales Campus but may require travel to other RPCC campuses to meet student and institutional needs.

Examples of duties

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in English, English Education, or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching English at the secondary or postsecondary level.
• Demonstrated ability to explain English concepts to students with varying academic backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn institutional software systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between RPCC campuses as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in English, English Education, or a related field.
• College-level English teaching experience.
• Experience tutoring developmental and college-level English.
• Experience working with diverse student populations in a community college setting.
• Experience utilizing student success technologies, learning management systems, or early alert software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of developmental and college-level English curricula.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and coach students toward academic success.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to analyze student performance data and recommend interventions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout campus facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to travel between campuses.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in an office, classroom, tutoring center, and other campus environments. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required.

Employment Conditions

• Part-time position not to exceed 28 hours per week.
• Primary work location is the Gonzales Campus.
• Travel to other RPCC campuses may be required based on student and operational needs.
• Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and institutional need.

Supplemental information

PRINCIPAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY

Academic Coaching & Student Case Management (35%)

• Maintain an assigned caseload of English students requiring additional academic support.
• Monitor student performance, attendance, engagement, and academic progress throughout the semester.
• Proactively contact students demonstrating academic risk and develop individualized success plans.
• Maintain regular communication with assigned students to encourage persistence, accountability, and successful course completion.

English Tutoring & Instructional Support (35%)

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring in developmental and college-level English courses.
• Assist students with mathematical concepts, problem-solving strategies, study skills, and effective learning techniques.
• Facilitate review sessions, workshops, and other academic support activities designed to improve student learning and course success.

Faculty Collaboration & Student Intervention (15%)

• Collaborate with mathematics faculty to identify students in need of academic intervention.
• Review student progress with instructors and recommend strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Participate in early alert initiatives and coordinated intervention efforts to promote student success.

Documentation, Reporting & Referrals (10%)

• Document all coaching sessions, tutoring appointments, student contacts, and intervention activities using institutional systems.
• Analyze student progress and maintain accurate records to support assessment and reporting.
• Refer students to Student Success Coaches and other campus resources as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA and institutional policies.

Professional Development & Other Duties (5%)

• Participate in professional development opportunities related to English instruction, tutoring, academic coaching, and student success.
• Travel between RPCC campuses as needed to provide student support services.
• Assist with special projects, outreach activities, and other duties as assigned in support of the College's mission.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. RPCC reserves the right to revise or assign additional duties as necessary.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

River Parishes Community College is an open admission institution that partners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana to provide workforce training, certificates, diplomas, and Associate Degrees.

Please visit our website for more information: www.rpcc.edu.

River Parishes Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. River Parishes Community College also operates in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the 1962 Educational Amendments, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Shalither S. Cushenberry, has been chosen to respond to student-related issues concerning the nondiscrimination policy at titleIX@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8526. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact Brian J. Vermeire in the Office of Human Resources at hr@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8539. At RPCC, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in Career and Technical classes and activities in our institution. The College is also in compliance with the Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended by the (P.L. 95-568).