Health Science Academic Success Coach
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
1 Positions
ID: 93679
Posted On 07/22/2026
Refreshed On 07/29/2026
Job Overview
SUMMARY
As an Academic Success Coach, you will provide tailored academic and personal support services to enhance student achievement, engagement, retention, and graduation. Collaborating with faculty, advisors, and other support staff, you will focus on serving Special Populations as defined by WTCS: students with disabilities, Pell Grant recipients, veterans, incarcerated individuals, dislocated workers, students of color, and English Language Learners (ELL). Most of your work will involve supporting students in health science programs and/or science courses, offering specialized guidance and resources to address the unique academic challenges and opportunities within these fields.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
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Deliver individual, group, and classroom-embedded academic coaching and tutoring for students in health science programs and/or science courses
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Support content mastery, study strategies, and executive function skills relevant to rigorous science-based coursework
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Collaborate with instructors, advisors, and support staff to support retention and completion in health science pathways
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Coordinate and document grant-funded support tied to required coursework and program participation.
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Monitor student progress, implement proactive interventions, and coordinate referrals to campus and community resources to address academic and personal barriers
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Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to data collection for grant compliance and student success reporting.
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Foster a welcoming and student-centered learning environment
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Use technology and data systems to support instruction, communication, and documentation
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Work flexible hours as needed, including some evenings and/or weekends
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Perform related duties as assigned
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor’s degree in education or related field and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
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Preference to applicants with a science background.
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Spanish language skills preferred, but not required
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with students, college staff, and individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, social, and educational backgrounds.
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Strong organizational, program, and record-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, track details, and work independently and as part of a team.
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Sound judgment with the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student matters with discretion.
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Effective decision-making, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
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Experience applying motivational interviewing and customer-service principles when supporting students and stakeholders.
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Proficiency with computers and software applications; understanding of general education concepts and study-skills development to support student learning and academic success.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS STATEMENT
Southwest Tech is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. While certain job roles may require physical capabilities, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process and in the workplace.
APPLICATIONS
Internal and External applicants complete and submit the online employment application at
For questions regarding the application process, or if you need an accommodation, please email Human Resources at (email protected) or . (TDD: ).
SALARY RANGES
C41 Hourly: $23.51-$32.92
SELECTION PROCESS
The Review Committee will screen applicants and contact them for an interview. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. Final candidate’s employment offer may be subject to completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Southwest Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies. Call , Ext. 2315 (TDD: ) or write Southwest Tech, 1800 Bronson Blvd., Fennimore, WI 53809.
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Job Details
Categories
Education
Location
Fennimore, WI
Shift
First Shift
Job Type
Employee
Full/Part
Part Time
Pay/Salary
C41 Hourly: $23.51-$32.92
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors
Experience
2-5 Years
Company ID
1252
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# Positions
1
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Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Fennimore, WI is committed to providing a welcoming environment and a sense of community where all staff can experience success. We empower and inspire all members of the Southwest Tech community to embrace differences, defend human dignity, and respect the richness of values and ideas that each person brings to the college.
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