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Tutoring and Coaching Coordinator

University of Kansas
United States, Kansas, Lawrence
1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 26, 2025
Position Overview The Tutoring and Coaching Coordinator supports the University Academic Support Centers (UASC) leadership in the ongoing development of the Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support and the culture of learning at the University of Kansas by collaborating with the Program Coordinator, Tutoring, in the coordination of Wingspan's peer tutoring program, including the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, supervision, and evaluation of tutors. Additionally, the coordinator will support the Peer Academic Coaching Program, ensuring the Wingspan provides a range of adaptive, student-focused programming. The Tutoring and Coaching Coordinator works as part of a collaborative leadership team to manage the daily operations of the Wingspan andreports to theAssociate Director of the Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support.This is a position within the Wingspan, a unit in the University Academic Support Centers, which offers programs and services to students, faculty, and staff across all writing levels and disciplines. Unit Overview:University Academic Support Centers (UASC) is a comprehensive student support unit designed to provide resources to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at KU while supporting the University's commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. Specifically, UASC supports the intellectual development of individuals by encouraging active participation both in and out of the classroom; coordinating services and programs in which students can acquire and practice life management, decision-making, and learning skills; and linking students to other resources that will help them learn these skills. UASC includes the Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support, the Student Access Center, and the University Testing Center. UASC is a department within the Office of Academic Success. Job Description 30%: Collaborates with the Program Coordinator, Tutoring, in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, supervision, and evaluation of peer tutors. 25%: Coordinates undergraduate peer academic coaching services, including the recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and educating of a cohort of 12-15 coaches during fall, spring, and summer sessions, following CRLA principles and standards. Collaborates with the Program Manager, Peer Educator Development, in the coordination, facilitation, and evaluation of training and professional development programs for peer academic coaching team. 15%: Promotes a culture of learning at KU. Initiates and coordinates activities to build and strengthen relationships with faculty and academic staff across the Lawrence and Edwards campuses. Collaborates with other offices on campus that provide instructional support, such as the Center for Teaching Excellence and Center for Faculty Development and Mentoring. Collaborates with academic support across campus to advocate for student learning support and provides workshops and resources to support a culture of lifelong learning. 15%: Collaborates with the Associate Director of Wingspan: Center for Writing and Learning Support in collecting and assessing programmatic data for peer academic coaching program. Uses quantitative and qualitative data to assess program outcomes with a view toward continual improvement. 5%: Assesses student needs. Collaborates with the Program Coordinator, Student Success, to develop and implement services, events, workshops, and materials to meet identified needs. 5%: Maintains an active scholarly practice in Learning Assistance Programs, College Student Development, and/or one or more of the disciplines where tutoring is provided. Maintains involvement in relevant professional organizations and participates in scholarly and professional development activities consistent with current trends, developments, and high impact practices in learning assistance programs. 5%: Other duties as assigned. Position Requirements Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and one (1) year of experience coordinating academic support programs in higher education. Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by the cover letter and resume. This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience in planning, coordinating, and assessing academic/learning assistance programs and/or coaching programs in a higher education setting. Demonstrated experience in coaching as evidenced by certifications, coursework, or professional career. Previous experience that required the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently in a continuously changing environment as evidenced by application materials. Demonstrated experience in managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously as evidenced by application materials. Two (2) years of student supervisory experience. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail as evidenced by application materials. Excellent verbal communication skills as demonstrated by the interview. Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively as evidenced by application materials. Additional Candidate Instructions In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position: Cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications are met. Resume Contact information for three (3) professional references Only complete applications will be considered. Application review begins Thursday, January 8th 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to Applicants Gieselle Taylor gieselle.taylor@ku.edu 785-864-2829 Advertised Salary Range $50,000.00 Application Review Begins Thursday January 8, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Sunday March 29, 2026