<p>Business Title Graduate Assistant for Academic Coaching Special Instructions to Applicants</p> <p>Please complete the application at: https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/search To apply, you will need your résumé, cover letter, a list of professional references, and your autobiographical sketch/personal statement. You may apply for up to seven graduate assistantships at Ohio University. If you rank this position as one of your top four preferences, please also send a copy of your application essay to Dr. Kristin Distel, distel@ohio.edu.</p> <p>Posting Number 20161673STD Department Summary</p> <p>The Academic Coaching program provides one-on-one and small-group academic support and workshops for students on academic probation or who are experiencing academic difficulty. This program strives to ensure every student receives the support needed to succeed academically.</p> <p>The Graduate Assistant for Academic Coaching provides academic support to students and supervises a team of undergraduate Academic Coaches.</p> <p>Main responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Providing Academic Coaching support to students, including assistance with time management, study skills, test anxiety, motivation, and other related areas. </li><li>Understanding and relaying policies regarding academic probation to students and Academic Coaches. </li><li>Assisting with onboarding, hiring, training, observing, and supervising undergraduate Academic Coaches. </li><li>Supporting marketing efforts for Academic Coaching services. </li><li>Collecting data on Academic Coaching usage and academic probation. </li><li>Interacting with professional staff from a diverse range of offices. </li></ul> <p>Job Profile</p> <p>Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:</p> <p>Engages with students and contributes to the growth and development of various aspects of the Ohio University experience, including student engagement, student leadership, student conduct, well-being and recreation, academic success, and campus life. Responsibilities may include supporting student government, developing student fitness and recreation programs, coordinating student events, providing student academic support, and providing administrative support to departments across the University.</p> <p>Level Summary</p> <p>Provides specialized assistance in academic or administrative tasks, leveraging advanced knowledge in a particular subject area. Supports faculty, researchers, or departments in a variety of ways.</p> <p>Supervisory Responsibilities:</p> <p>May supervise undergraduate students.</p> <p>Fiscal Responsibilities:</p> <p>May assist in managing small budgets for research projects or departmental activities.</p> <p>Problem Solving:</p> <p>Handles complex, field-specific problems that require critical thinking and independent analysis. May require guidance for highly specialized or unfamiliar tasks, but able to handle day-to-day challenges independently.</p> <p>Independence of Action:</p> <p>Works independently on assigned tasks but may consult with faculty or staff for major decisions.</p> <p>Communication and Collaboration:</p> <p>Regular communication with faculty, supervisors, and peers. Collaborates with academic and administrative peers, faculty, and staff and participates in meetings or discussions to further research or projects. May interact with students, colleagues, or clients in academic settings.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Bachelor's degree required. Must be a graduate student currently enrolled in an Ohio University academic program. Must have strong research, writing, and communication skills.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications Working Condition/Physical Demands:</p> <p>This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.</p> <p>Department Provost Office Pay Rate</p> <p>$13,500 stipend</p> <p>FLSA Status Non-Exempt Posting Open Date 10/13/2025 Posting End Date 02/15/2026 Job Category Student Hourly Planning Unit Office of the Provost Work Schedule</p> <p>20 hours per week (includes office hours, project work, and staff meetings). Some nights and weekend hours may be necessary but will be communicated in advance.</p> <p>Campus Athens Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Dr. Kristin Distel, distel@ohio.edu Non-Discrimination Statement</p> <p>Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.</p> <p>Employment Type Part-Time Job Level GRADSTUDENT Job Family Graduate Student Employee Job Sub Family Graduate Assistantship</p> <p>Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report</p> <p>Clery Act Statistics</p> <p>To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!</p>