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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a part-time Academic Coach for the Morgan Academic Center. The role involves working with at-risk student-athletes to enhance their study strategies and academic skills through regular mentoring sessions, reporting, and compliance with institutional policies throughout the 2026-27 academic year.

Highlights

Work with at-risk student-athletes to develop skills in goal setting, time management, organization, note-taking, reading, study and test preparation, self-monitoring, self-advocacy, and critical thinking/problem-solving.
Attend weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees and write timely, accurate session reports.
Participate in initial and ongoing meetings and training sessions.
Ensure compliance with MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies and procedures.
Part-time position with up to 20 hours per week, minimum typical commitment of 5 hours per week; hours may vary, including evenings and Sundays.
Preferred qualification is a minimum of a bachelor's degree; current Penn State graduate students preferred but others with equivalent experience in mentoring, coaching, or teaching also considered.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills required, along with the ability to assess student needs and provide targeted academic interventions.
Employment requires successful completion of background checks according to University policies.
Position directly supports student-athletes at Penn State University Park through the Morgan Academic Center.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Morgan Academic Center is accepting applications for part-time Academic Coach positions throughout the 2026-27 academic year. This position requires an ability to work with at-risk student-athletes to develop and improve upon their study strategies, including but not limited to goal setting, time management, organization, note-taking, reading, study and test preparation, self-monitoring, self-advocacy and critical thinking/problem-solving in a diverse university setting.

Preferred Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to informally assess student needs and deliver targeted academic interventions

Responsibilities include:

Attending weekly scheduled appointments with assigned mentees
Writing and submitting timely and accurate session reports
Attending initial and ongoing meetings/trainings
Compliance with all related MAC, Penn State, B1G Ten, and NCAA policies/procedures

This position is limited to a maximum of (20) hours per week with a (typical) minimum commitment of 5 hours per week; however, hours are not guaranteed and may vary each week/semester including the possibility of evenings and Sundays. A minimum of an earned bachelor`s degree, or higher, is preferred; current Penn State graduate students are preferred but qualified applicants with equivalent academic credentials and/or experience mentoring, coaching or teaching will be considered.

To be considered for this position please submit all of the following online:

Completed application
Cover letter
Application materials will be reviewed and accepted on an ongoing basis as needs arise.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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