Athletic Academic Mentor
Texas A&M University System
Location
College Station, Texas
Quick overview
The Academic Mentor develops individualized learning strategies and professional relationships to maximize the academic potential of student-athletes. Responsibilities include providing instruction in study skills and collaborating with Scholastic Supervisors to track student progress.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree and experience working with students in an academic environment are required. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and be willing to work non-standard hours.
Job description
Job TitleAthletic Academic Mentor Agency Texas A&M University Department Athletic Director Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeTemporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Job Description
Who we are Texas A&M Athletics Department is committed to building champions through academic achievement, athletic excellence, and national recognition of student-athletes, teams, and programs. We are a proud member of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 Texas A&M student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports. What we want We are seeking Academic Mentors for students in the Athletics Department at Texas A&M. The Academic Mentor will develop strategies for student-athlete’s individual learning style, working with assigned student-athletes to develop a professional relationship to maximize their academic potential. This is a part-time/temporary opportunity with non-standard hours, and a Bachelor's Degree is required. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. Experience working with students in an academic environment. Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Must possess strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Willing to work non-standard hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree. Experience in the education system.
Responsibilities
Work with assigned student-athletes to develop a professional relationship to maximize their academic potential. Provide general instruction in study skills, note-taking skills, test-taking skills. Guide student-athletes in the development of time management and in developing organizational skills. Develop strategies for the student-athlete’s individual learning style. Create daily progress reports using on-line system and may performs other duties as assigned. Collaborate with Scholastic Supervisors and Learning Specialists about progress and individual student needs. What you need to know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience. Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 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. Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 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. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.
