Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking several Peer Academic Coaches (Undergraduate Students) - Boca Raton, FL. First-Generation Peer Academic Coaches (PACs) help students adjust to life at FAU. As a PAC, you support the academic transition of First-Generation College students to FAU through individualized academic coaching and by assisting in first-year course, such as SLS1410: FAU iSucceed. In support of the FAU iSucceed course, PACS provide student support for the instructor on record of the SLS1410 and are responsible for monitoring a section of 15 - 25 students and maintaining their grades and personalized recommendations regarding campus resources; by encouraging engagement on campus and in the community; by facilitating study, time management, and other academic success skills; and by modeling responsible and healthy decision-making. The position is for one academic year (summer, fall and spring semester), subject to performance and funding. Summary of Responsibilities: + Commitment to working during both the summer and fall semesters with the option of continuing in spring semester. + Actively participates in training/staff development sessions including: one day (approximately 8 hours) summer training retreat on Saturday, June 14, 2025 (the week prior to the start of the summer semester). Training will be virtual and consist of synchronous and asynchronous sessions. + Attends weekly team meetings on Mondays from 1-2pm* during the summer, fall, and spring semesters (1 hour per week). + Provides individual and group academic coaching to students by appointment and drop-in basis during scheduled office hours. + Serves as online Section Leader in SLS 1410: FAU iSucceed course during the 6 weeks of the summer Term 3 semester. + May be called to serve as Section Leader in SLS 1410: FAU iSucceed course during the first 8 weeks of the fall and spring semester, as needed. + Responds to student reflections and assignments in Canvas, delivering student outreach emails, facilitating a sense of community among the students (4-5 hours per week) + Promotes campus engagement and use of resources through bi-weekly outreach to your assigned cohort of students via phone and email contact. + Maintains the confidentiality of student records and respects the privacy of information disclosed by or about a student. + Supports other first-year student experience initiatives as requested. The Department of Academic Peer Coaching at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: www.bdb.org/apartments For additional questions, please contact Monica Martinez, by email at mmartinez@fau.edu or by phone at 561-297-3962. Minimum Qualifications: FAU degree-seeking undergraduate student with a minimum of six credit hours (or twelve if international) and a 2.0 GPA required. Preferred Qualifications/Skills: Completed at least 30 credit hours Completed a minimum of one semester at FAU Overall GPA of 2.8. In good standing academically and disciplinary. First Generation College Student. Possess strong verbal skills and a desire to help your peers transitioning to FAU. Possess strong organization and time management skills. Salary: $15.00 per hour. College or Department: OPS - UGS - Academic Peer Coaching Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Part time, 8-10 hours per week between the hours of 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Application Deadline: 2025-03-10 Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a part time position. APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: RESUME COVER LETTER - The cover letter should outline the following: Motivation for becoming a PAC What you would bring to the position. How this experience will benefit your future career. Standing as a first-generation college student. Please make sure these required documents are downloaded in PDF or Word form in the Attachments section of the application. ANY MISSING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION. OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004. As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. 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Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.