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Academic Peer Coach – Rattler Success Center
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Recruitment began on May 12, 2026
and the job listing Expires on August 1, 2026
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SUMMARY: Academic Peer Coaches are a crucial part of the retention team at St Mary’s University. As a learning mentor it is important that you maintain contact with the Director if there are concerns when meeting with a student. It is especially important to contact the director if there are mental health concerns. Academic Peer Coaches do not tutor but can guide students in review of course content to make appropriate suggestions and create appointments for the student to meet with a tutor if needed. Coaches will communicate with students through their StMU email address and enter notes into the Rattler Navigate system.
JOB DETAILS: Position begins in Fall 2026 and ends in Spring 2027. Approximately 10 hrs. per week, Monday through Friday, hours may fluctuate to accommodate special events and projects. Position pays $12 per hour. Interested candidates should submit a resume, as well as a Faculty Recommendation Letter. For questions regarding this opportunity, contact Mr. Andrew Flores, Assistant Director, at rattlersuccesscenter@stmarytx.edu.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Help first-year students acclimate to college life Identify and refer student to campus resources Review Gateway and Canvas with students Instruct and guide students Time management Organization skills Note-taking skills Study skills Test-taking skills Balancing college, work, and life Identify strategies for students to increase academic performance Assist campus departments with developing and presenting workshops Academic skills Resources Financial Aid Support social media posting by providing content for posts on strategies Support video library content with how to videos tips Contact students who need support due to low performance concerns in Early Alert campaigns Report student concerns as needed to Director QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher Student in any major can apply Must have a completed Faculty Recommendation Form (https://forms.office.com/r/QkKxe9Qr44) Ability to work with minimal supervision essential Be classified by St. Mary’s University as a Texas resident Be registered with Selective Service, or be exempt Be enrolled at least half-time in a plan leading to a degree or certification Show financial need Not be a recipient of an athletic scholarship (i.e., obligated to play an intercollegiate sport as a condition of receiving the scholarship) during any semester TCWS is awarded) Not be enrolled in a seminary or other program leading to ordination or licensure to preach for a religious sect or to be a member of a religious order Must be in good academic and student conduct standing. Must demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality. Must be committed to working collaboratively with a diverse and dynamic community. Must be conscientious, prompt and have respect for the confidential nature of the office. Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are necessary; ability to keep detailed records and summarize research. Excellent customer service skills with ability to interact effectively in person, in writing and by phone with university faculty, staff and students; Professional demeanor, appearance and strong work ethic. Ability to take initiative, work independently, meet timelines, organize information, attend to details, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office
A professor must complete this form for your recommendation: https://forms.office.com/r/QkKxe9Qr44
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to move across the university campus to conduct day to day business. While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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SUMMARY: Academic Peer Coaches are a crucial part of the retention team at St Mary’s University. As a learning mentor it is important that you maintain contact with the Director if there are concerns when meeting with a student. It is especially important to contact the director if there are mental health concerns. Academic Peer Coaches do not tutor but can guide students in review of course content to make appropriate suggestions and create appointments for the student to meet with a tutor if needed. Coaches will communicate with students through their StMU email address and enter notes into the Rattler Navigate system.
JOB DETAILS: Position begins in Fall 2026 and ends in Spring 2027. Approximately 10 hrs. per week, Monday through Friday, hours may fluctuate to accommodate special events and projects. Position pays $12 per hour. Interested candidates should submit a resume, as well as a Faculty Recommendation Letter. For questions regarding this opportunity, contact Mr. Andrew Flores, Assistant Director, at rattlersuccesscenter@stmarytx.edu.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Help first-year students acclimate to college life Identify and refer student to campus resources Review Gateway and Canvas with students Instruct and guide students Time management Organization skills Note-taking skills Study skills Test-taking skills Balancing college, work, and life Identify strategies for students to increase academic performance Assist campus departments with developing and presenting workshops Academic skills Resources Financial Aid Support social media posting by providing content for posts on strategies Support video library content with how to videos tips Contact students who need support due to low performance concerns in Early Alert campaigns Report student concerns as needed to Director QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a 3.5 GPA or higher Student in any major can apply Must have a completed Faculty Recommendation Form (https://forms.office.com/r/QkKxe9Qr44) Ability to work with minimal supervision essential Be classified by St. Mary’s University as a Texas resident Be registered with Selective Service, or be exempt Be enrolled at least half-time in a plan leading to a degree or certification Show financial need Not be a recipient of an athletic scholarship (i.e., obligated to play an intercollegiate sport as a condition of receiving the scholarship) during any semester TCWS is awarded) Not be enrolled in a seminary or other program leading to ordination or licensure to preach for a religious sect or to be a member of a religious order Must be in good academic and student conduct standing. Must demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality. Must be committed to working collaboratively with a diverse and dynamic community. Must be conscientious, prompt and have respect for the confidential nature of the office. Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are necessary; ability to keep detailed records and summarize research. Excellent customer service skills with ability to interact effectively in person, in writing and by phone with university faculty, staff and students; Professional demeanor, appearance and strong work ethic. Ability to take initiative, work independently, meet timelines, organize information, attend to details, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office
A professor must complete this form for your recommendation: https://forms.office.com/r/QkKxe9Qr44
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to move across the university campus to conduct day to day business. While performing this role, the employee will be regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.