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Sam Houston State University

Student Employee- Academic Success Center- Jumpstart Success Coach- Fall 2026

Posting Information

Requisition

202600096ST

Employee Class

Student Employee

College Work Study Position

Department

Academic Success Center

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week

15-25

Hiring Rate

$10/hour

Preferred Student Classification

Nature & Purpose of Position

The Jumpstart Success Coach performs duties and responsibilities under the general direction of the TSI/Jumpstart Program Coordinator in the Academic Success Center. The Jumpstart Success Coach will provide structured and intentional support to students who are enrolled in developmental education courses due to their current TSI status on file. This position will work independently and in team settings to promote college readiness efforts, engagement, and the overall success of this student population. This is not a tutoring position. This role helps freshmen students with things like:

getting acclimated to college life
informing students about resources on campus
tips for overcoming procrastination
organization strategies / helping students plan out their semesters
time management strategies
study skills/notetaking strategies
identifying challenges and obstacles that students face and help students come up with solutions and strategies to overcome challenges
Reading Strategies
Accountability

Jumpstart Success Coaches will acquire training during the Spring 2025 semester, and will work 5 hours per week remotely during the Summer 2025 semester. Jumpstart Success Coaches can work up to 20 hours per week during the Fall 2025 semester.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with the recruitment of participants for the Summer 2025 Jumpstart@Sam program by sending e-mails/texts/phone calls to eligible participants

Provide one-on-one mentoring and academic coaching for students who haven’t met the college readiness benchmark for both Reading/Writing and Math. (TSI Not Met – Texas Success Initiative)

Assist with organized events designed for this student population (to include assistance with event planning, providing detailed information to students regarding the event, participation in events, event set-up/take down, etc.)

Attend regular team meetings and trainings.

Represent and support the Academic Success Center’s ongoing efforts to promote student success.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

Ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and report activities conducted.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing and to prepare written and electronic documents.

Ability to communicate orally in person, by telephone, and virtually/online.

Ability to present oneself in an appropriately personable and professional manner to students and staff.

Ability to receive and utilize constructive feedback regarding performance, presentation, and relationships with others.

Ability to be both consistent and flexible as circumstances warrant.
Willingness to help others achieve goals
Organized individual
Welcoming and friendly personality (since this role works one on one with students)
Good time management skills

Other Requirements for the Position

Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs additional job-related duties and responsibilities as requested.

Minimum qualifications:

Currently enrolled at SHSU. Classification: Junior, Senior, Masters, Doctorate.

Demonstrate a growth mindset with the willingness to learn, assess and best support student needs.

Possess exceptional communication skills, including exceptional listening skills. Must also posess exceptional interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Strong problem-solving skills, and knowledge of SHSU departments and resources.

Effective time management and self-starter qualities.

Willingness to commit to 15 weeks of designated and consistent working hours during the Fall and Spring semesters

Computer skills (familiarity with Office 365 applications, Zoom, Campus Connect(training provided), website navigation)

Preferred Qualifications:

3.0 GPA

Have a completed FAFSA on file for the current academic term (reviewed for work study eligibility)

Knowledge of SHSU to include familiarity with departments on campus and resources available to students.

Open Date

03/20/2026

Position Number

Contact Information

Contact Name & Title

Amanda Johnson

Contact Phone

936-294-3141

Contact Email

aej005@shsu.edu

Contact Building & Room #

Contact Fax

Contact Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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