What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant for Outreach and Coaching - Academic Achievement Center - 202 position at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro?
Posting Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number | GA00866 |
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| Position Title | Graduate Assistant for Outreach and Coaching - Academic Achievement Center - 2026-2027 |
| Position Eclass | GF - Graduate Flat Pay |
| Position Summary | The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student's field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School. |
| Additional Details | Overview: The Academic Achievement Center creates diverse, innovative, and student-centered learning opportunities and personalized academic support that encourage all students to define and find success at UNCG and beyond. Through active collaboration with students, faculty, and staff, the AAC recognizes and builds upon students' strengths to cultivate learner confidence and academic self-efficacy. Complementing the efforts of the teaching faculty, students are served through a personalized and structured approach that includes tutoring, Academic Success Peer Coaching, and Outreach Workshops on Learning Skills (OWLS). The Academic Achievement Center partners with faculty, staff, and administrators in upholding the mission, standards, and requirements of the University. We offer a diverse environment that is respectful, nurturing, and engaging for all students and staff. Position: The AAC includes professional staff, graduate assistants, and undergraduate students who work collaboratively to accomplish division and office goals. In this position, the Graduate Assistant will be supervised by Erin Mason, the Assistant Director for Campus Outreach and Coaching. The Outreach and Coaching GA will assist with campus outreach, social media, workshops, and events. This involves presenting Outreach Workshops on Learning Skills (OWLS), creating Instagram content using Canva and other software, and representing the AAC at a variety of campus events. The Outreach and Skills GA will also assist with the facilitation of training for the academic success peer coaches and maintenance of the peer coaching program. This includes assisting with the development of training materials, leading in-service trainings, and occasionally coaching students on academic skills. Paid training is provided.
Graduate Assistant Responsibilities:
Time Commitment: 20 hours/week during office hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.) for the 2026-2027 academic year. Specific hours will be determined in cooperation with the position's supervisors based on office needs. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Compensation: Students are compensated $15,000 for the academic year; the Academic Achievement Center does not provide tuition waivers. Skills and Qualifications:
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| Minimum Qualifications | To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
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| Number of Months per Year | 9 |
| Org #-Department | Acad Achievement Ctr - 10913 |
| Posting Begin Date | 01/15/2026 |
| Posting Close Date | 05/01/2026 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has been and will continue to be committed to equality of employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, or age. Men, women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. EOE AA/M/F/D/V