Experienced Student Success Coach – Academic Support and Guidance for Aspiring College Students

At blithequark, we're dedicated to empowering students to achieve their academic goals and reach their full potential. As a Student Success Coach, you'll play a vital role in helping students navigate their educational journey, overcome challenges, and develop the skills and knowledge necessary for lifelong success. If you're passionate about education, customer service, and making a positive impact on people's lives, we invite you to join our team and become a part of our mission to inspire academic excellence.

About blithequark

blithequark is a leading institution of higher learning that's committed to providing students with the support and resources they need to succeed. Our team is passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students. We're looking for talented and motivated individuals who share our vision and are eager to join our community of educators and support staff.

The Role

As a Student Success Coach, you'll be responsible for providing academic support and guidance to students throughout their educational program. You'll work closely with students to identify their strengths and weaknesses, develop personalized learning plans, and provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to help them achieve their academic goals. Your role will involve:

• Supporting enrollment, student development, and retention services to ensure a quality learning experience
• Managing a group of assigned students and coaching each through their degree program through proactive and timely outreach
• Encouraging and supporting students through daily and weekly outreach as they work to develop skills and knowledge for academic success
• Providing a trusted environment where students can share their thoughts, aspirations, concerns, and interests
• Offering and teaching students how to use resources to help maximize the success of each student
• Becoming a certified resume reviewer to provide resume and career development support
• Serving as a liaison for students, enabling them to connect with various departments

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning (or international equivalent)
• Two or more years of experience in academic/admissions support, customer service, human resources, and/or counseling
• Knowledge of academic policies and procedures
• Ability to learn technical skills quickly
• Excellent communication and listening skills, including a pleasant phone manner
• Strong customer support focus and attention to details

What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Salary Range between $23 and $24 per hour
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Additional benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program, prenatal and adoption assistance, and other voluntary benefits to select from
• Opportunity to become a Certified Professional Resume Writer through paid certification by PARWCC (Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches)

Work Environment and Culture

As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home office. Our team is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth. We're passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our students.

Schedule and Availability

We're open Monday-Thursday 8am to 7pm CDT, and Friday & Saturday 8am to 5pm CDT. We hire people from all time zones that have availability during our hours of operation, in support of our students. You'll be required to work an assigned schedule during our hours of operation, which defines a 40-hour work week.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about education and customer service, and you're eager to join a team that's dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you! Apply for this job