Academic Success Coach I

Job Title

Academic Success Coach I

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College Readiness

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Academic Success Coach I, under supervision, addresses individual academic, financial, career, and social issues that affect the success of first-time students to the University.  Directs students to resources that will assist students in becoming academically successful, and monitors student progress and maintains records.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Service: 45%

• Provide scholastic direction and advice to students in individual and group formats.

• Maintain individual case load of students.

• Meet, refer, and follow up with students regarding general scholastic questions, concerns, and needs.

• Foster retention and identified groups of students through activities such as academic coaching, mentoring of student academic progress to include midterm and final grades, and other support programs.

General Service Delivery: 30%

• Refer students to University resources to assist with time management, test preparation, study skills, and additional supplemental academic support services.

• Assist with implementation of projects to achieve specific, academic objectives or outcomes.

• Respond to inquires from students and interprets university and college policies and procedures.

Records Management: 20%

• Engage in related academic activities including, but not limited to, maintaining records, administering and interpreting student assessment inventories, making referrals, and managing student progress reports.

• Maintain records of student contracts and achievements.  

Other Duties: 5%

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Experience with at-risk populations, academic support, and students on university scholastic probation.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work some nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree

• Three (3) years’ experience with at-risk populations, academic support, and students on university scholastic probation.

• Knowledge of Developmental Education standards from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

• Ability to hold recurrent, required, one-hour academic skills modules three times per month, each month for conditional admission and students placed on University scholastic probation.

SALARY: $18.79 Hourly ($39,083.20 Annual, Approximately)

​Note: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

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.