Federal Work Study - Academic Coaching Program
Position Title: Federal Work Study - Academic Coaching Program
# of Openings: 1
Department/Program: Naropa College 11010
Work Location: 100% Remote
Campus Location: Arapahoe Campus
Reports to: Alexia Heim
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt/Hourly
FTE: 25% (10 hrs/week)
Type of Employment: Undergraduate Work Study
Compensation: $18.00
Application Deadline: June 3, 2026, or until filled
Job Summary
This Federal Work Study position provides instructional support for the Academic Coaching Program in Naropa College. There is one position. The position starts in the Summer 2026 semester, and ends at the end of the Summer semester
Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Offers individual and group peer coaching meetings for students focused on the support of academic challenges (e.g. time management, organization, goal-setting, support and resource strategies, technology literacy skills, etc.).
• Communicates with Faculty and Academic Advisors when appropriate to support student success.
• Communicates with Academic Coaching supervisor regularly, meets semi-regularly if needed for support and supervision
• Maintains thorough and timely notes and assessment records.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
• Current student in good standing at Naropa University.
• All job candidates must demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of and appreciation for the values of Naropa University and the capacity to demonstrate an integration and embodiment of these values as evidenced in work, communication, collaboration styles, and other general workplace behaviors.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Students who have previously held the role of Graduate Assistant Academic Coach in the regular Academic Year
• Graduate School of Counseling Psychology students.
• Previous training in the following areas: learning disabilities, multilingual speakers, adaptive technology, diversity awareness, and contemplative education.
Besides a CV/résumé and the GA application, please provide:
Statement of Interest: In 1–2 pages explain why you want this role. Discuss how this position will support your professional development and career plans. Detail the strengths you would bring to the Academic Coaching Program that might broaden or support the work we do, including but not limited to your experiences teaching and/or tutoring. Discuss what aspects of this position you anticipate might be challenging for you.
As a Work Study, you may spend extended periods time with any of the following:
•Reading academic texts and materials, student papers, etc.
•Operating personal computer and audio-visual equipment.
•Sitting for hours at a time.
Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions
During regular daily activities, employee must be able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: lift up to 15 lbs, stand, walk, sit, handle/finger, and interruptions/distractions.
Naropa recognizes the following holidays throughout the year: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Fall Break, 4th Thursday and Friday in November, and Winter Break, the last two weeks in December encompassing the Christmas holiday as well as New Year’s.
Naropa’s health and welfare benefits include the following: medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, an employer-sponsored pre-tax retirement savings plan, which includes up to 2.5% employer matching, and a variety of voluntary, employee-paid supplemental insurance plans.
A comprehensive benefits package is available to full-time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours each week. Employees who work 20 – 29 hours each week are eligible for only the employer-paid short-term & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment, and the retirement plan, which includes up to 2.5% employer matching.
Employees who work fewer than 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in Naropa’s retirement plan only, which includes up to 2.5% employer matching.
All regular full-time and part-time faculty and staff, including student workers, accrue sick leave benefits. Full-time and part-time staff positions accrue vacation and personal time. All leave accrual rates vary based on the position, hours worked, and years of service.
The University recognizes the importance of including its employees in its organizational mission and values and welcomes employees into the classroom to “touch the magic.” Specifically, regular employees are provided generous tuition remission opportunities for themselves and their family members.
Naropa University participates in the Council of Independent Colleges Tuition Exchange Program (CIC-TEP). CIC-TEP is a network of CIC colleges and universities willing to accept, tuition-free, students from families of full-time employees of other CIC participating institutions (full-time as designated by the employer/institution). Additional information can be found here: https://www.cic.edu/member-services/tuition-exchange-program.
Naropa University is an equal opportunity, non-discriminatory employer and Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits gender discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual and relationship violence. This law applies to all students, faculty, and staff.