Graduate Academic Coach (Part-Time)
- Employer
- Texas A&M University-San Antonio
- Location
- San Antonio, TX
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- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Graduate Academic Coach role will be staffed by a recent alum of the MBA program or other members of the community with an MBA or similar degree. The structured weekly commitment consists of up to 19 hours per week.
This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus.
Responsibilities:
- On-Campus Engagement: 2–4 hours of dedicated, in-person office hours during a designated weekday evening.
- Online Accessibility: 2–4 hours of synchronous virtual coaching sessions to accommodate working professionals.
- Targeted Milestones: A 2-hour, in-person review session open to all students held once every two weeks, to review important or challenging learning objectives of courses.
- Faculty Alignment: Regular coordination with 11-Month MBA faculty to ensure tutoring aligns precisely with current course materials, software applications, and syllabi.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Master of Business Administration or
Master of Science in a business-related field
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
- Exceptional written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated initiative and follow-through on tasks, communications, and assigned responsibilities.
Hours: Position is not full time; maximum hours per week are 19 hours. Hours of operation for the position are Monday through Friday (no weekends).
Applicant Requirement Instructions:
Please make sure to provide the following documents:- Cover Letter
- Resume / CV
- Professional References
For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html
Summary of Employee Benefits: www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.
Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.
In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.
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.
Organization
Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) is a contemporary university that reflects the diverse and heritage-rich community it serves. Founded as the first upper-division institution of higher education in South San Antonio in 2009, A&M-SA today is a comprehensive four-year university offering high-quality, affordable education.
From fall 2008 to fall 2017, enrollment has grown 340 percent. The University currently serves nearly 6,500 students and has graduated more than 8,000 alumni. The student body is 60 percent female and 72 percent Hispanic. Approximately 77 percent of students are the first in their family to attend college.
Since becoming president of A&M-SA in 2015, Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson has forged an audacious strategic plan for the University to fulfill its mission and bring to life its core values while achieving several important goals, including becoming a national model for student and academic success.
Through the University’s 26 undergraduate degrees and 13 graduate degrees, students can pursue a wide variety of in-demand fields, such as education, business, information technology and cyber security, criminology and biology. A&M-SA equips students with the knowledge, marketable skills and high-impact educational experiences that prepare them for rewarding careers, responsible global citizenship and lifelong learning.
With unprecedented enrollment growth, small classes, flexible schedules and in-demand degrees, A&M-SA is making the dream of higher education a reality for students in the San Antonio community and beyond.
Fast Facts:
- A&M-SA offers the lowest undergraduate tuition among four-year universities in San Antonio: $8,216 average cost per year (tuition and fees for spring and fall semesters for 15 credit hours/semester)
- A&M-SA is a Military EmbracingTM university; 1 in 6 of our students is military connected (veterans, active-duty, spouses or dependents)
- The National Security Agency (NSA) designated A&M-SA as a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) through the year 2022. This prestigious designation puts the University among a select group of institutions nationwide meeting rigorous federal standards.
- 20:1 student to teacher ratio
Accreditation
Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, call 404-679-4500 or visit http://www.sacscoc.org for questions about the accreditation of A&M-SA.
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