Nursing Academic Coach

Department

• Academic
• Excellence -
• Assessment &
• Academic
• Coaching
• Reports To:
• Manager,
• Test
• Center,
• Academic
• Coaching &
• Tutoring
• Travel:
• One or two days per week
• Location:
• Green
• Bay
• Standard
• HOURS: 40 hours per week.
• Typical hours
• Monday -
• Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Flexibility required to include other hours, as necessary.
• Starting
• PAY
• RANGE: $61,131.20 - $65,894 per year *Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity. POSITION SUMMARY The Nursing Academic Coach through collaboration with Nursing Faculty will provide direct support to learners for increased success and persistence in the courses. They will develop informational materials, provide access to resources, and facilitate weekly workshops that provide enhanced understanding of courses content. They will facilitate the development of study skills and assist learners in understanding their individuals learning style. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Deliver group coaching with emphasis on medical surgical nursing, care plan development, clinical time management and priority setting, application of theory from classroom to bedside, pharmacology, and other nursing skills focusing on all nursing students. Work with faculty through the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of review sessions. Observe classroom instruction and activities as needed to better align group coaching sessions with curriculum. Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching tools to enhance student performance. Utilize nursing judgement to assess and recommend nursing interventions to manage test anxiety and overcome negative mindsets. Focus on promoting health and wellness strategies that prepare students to thrive in a high stress career. Create a welcoming, comfortable learning environment to promote success for students requiring additional academic assistance. Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress. Interview, assess and collaborate with students in building a plan with strategies to overcome immediate challenges during test-taking. Through coaching empower students on developing study skills and test-taking skills consistent with learning needs and style. Collaborate with student to identify habits and behaviors hindering their accuracy during tests. Raise awareness about these obstacles and provide tool and motivation to modify these habits for greater success in advance nursing classes. Collaborate with accommodation services, library services, and other academic coaches to develop strategies to optimize student success and retention. Attend and participate in team meetings, the Quality Review Process and advisory committee meetings. Collaborate with other Academic Coaches to identify and standardize best practices across all learning teams. Be a resource in the recruiting, onboarding, and scheduling of nursing tutors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor Degree in Nursing. A minimum of two years Registered Nursing (RN) experience. Microsoft Office products, electronic mail system, Workday, Canvas SIS, Starfish Early Alert and basic computer software experience. Knowledge of adult learning styles and strategies to maximize learning Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the District’s standard insurance policy terms. **An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered. Our college values and competencies shape how we work and support students every day. All employees are expected to demonstrate our core competencies. Learn more here.
• Physical
• DEMANDS
• Extended
• Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
• Manual
• Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Visual and
• Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Light
• Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture. NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu. NWTC recognizes that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed on the job opening, please still consider applying. Apply to the positions you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and any new postings that might interest you! Students choose NWTC to get high quality, affordable education to prepare for rewarding careers or to start their bachelor’s degrees. Nearly 95 percent of our grads have careers within six months of graduation; 78.8 percent of those grads are employed in their career fields. Plus, hundreds of graduates continue their education through NWTC’s transfer agreements with 40 other colleges/universities. For over 100 years, NWTC has pioneered programming to meet the needs of students and the community. The College provides education and training that enable students to gain real world experience for family-sustaining jobs and a solid start on their bachelor’s degrees. NWTC is in constant partnership with employers to ensure we are producing highly skilled graduates for the workforce. When it comes to student success, NWTC has set the standard for the state’s technical colleges. In 2010, NWTC was the first college in Wisconsin to join Achieving the Dream, a nonprofit dedicated to helping community college students succeed. Student success is at the center of our work. As a result, in 2021, NWTC earned the highest honor from Achieving the Dream, the Leah Meyer Austin Award, which recognizes bold, transformational changes that put access, and student success at the center of their institutional priorities. In 2025, NWTC was named a top 10 finalist for the prestigious Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. Benefits of working at NWTC are measurable in ways such as motivation for improved personal and professional relationships and a cohesive work environment. We provide our employees with a high-quality compensation and benefits package and professional development opportunities. If you want to shape the lives of our students– and be respected for your work – you’ll feel at home in the NWTC culture. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry.