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University of Vermont is hiring a Study CATS Student Success Coach. The role involves providing instruction and support to students in the UVM Study CATS Program, assisting first and second-year students with low GPAs through directed intervention, and teaching a required course on growth mindset and academic skills. The coach will also coordinate with various university departments, support program administration, and contribute to curriculum development and assessment.

Highlights

Teach and support students in the Study CATS Program.
Collaborate with university staff and departments.
Assist in curriculum development and administration.
Promote inclusive excellence and Universal Design for Learning.
Bachelor’s degree and one year of higher education experience required.
Experience in delivering educational workshops and student advising.
Proficiency in communication and online platforms expected.
Salary range: $50,000 to $55,000.

Study CATS Student Success Coach Full Description

Study CATS Student Success Coach

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Advertising/Posting Title | Study CATS Student Success Coach

Posting Summary | The Study Cats Student Success Coach provides instruction and support to students participating in the UVM Study CATS Program, a university-wide academic intervention program which provides support for first and second year students whose GPA is below a 2.3, and who will benefit from additional directed intervention. Teach the required course focused on growth mindset, executive function and academic skills, and increasing student utilization of targeted university resources. Communicate with eligible and enrolled students, their academic student services staff, the Registrar and other student support services staff across campus. Provide support for the Program Coordinator who manages administrative components of the Study CATS program, including curriculum development, course scheduling and enrollment, assessment and reporting. The Success Coach is supervised by the Director of the Center for Academic Success and helps create and carry out the Center’s mission, including a strong commitment to inclusive excellence and Universal Design for Learning.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree AND at least one (1) year of experience in a higher education setting supporting student academic success; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Experience delivering educational workshops or instruction and providing direct student advising and/or academic support. Ability to work independently and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, demonstrate inclusive excellence skills, communicate effectively orally, in writing, and utilizing a range of online platforms and tools.

Desirable Qualifications |
Anticipated Pay Range | $50,000 to $55,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | Bargaining unit position, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location | Burlington, Vermont
Job Open Date | 05/22/2025
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | No

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