Academic Coach, Talent Search Program

Position Type: Full-Time, 100% | Program: TRIO Talent Search | Reports To: Talent Search Director | Location: AIRC Office & Target Schools | Salary: $40K + Fringe Benefits | Application Deadline: 10/26/26 |  

"In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
preference in filling this vacancy is given to qualified candidates who are enrolled members of a federally recognized American Indian or Alaska Native Tribe"

Position Summary:  The Academic Coach provides educational outreach and direct services to participants in the Talent Search Program. The position is responsible for participant recruitment, providing academic, college-access, career, financial literacy, and student development activities. The Academic Coach works closely with the TS Director, TS staff, school personnel, families, community agencies, and postsecondary institutions to ensure participants receive appropriate resources, support, and referrals to help them achieve their educational and career goals.

• Provide direct services to Talent Search participants at assigned schools, grades 7-12.
• Assist in the development of appropriate curriculum in the areas of academic counseling, academic skill development, financial literacy, financial aid and scholarships, post-secondary information, career exploration, and parental involvement activities.
• Work directly with students to assess needs, provide guidance and support, and promote academic success, college readiness, and career development.
• Maintain accurate and confidential individual student records, service documentation, and participant tracking data.
• Assist with program activities, events, workshops, campus visits (both school day tours and overnight experiences), and other activities designed to increase educational and post-secondary opportunities for participants.
• Support the Director in meeting Talent Search program objectives, performance measures, and grant requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, conferences, and training activities as required for Talent Search as well as AIRC sponsored events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Three years of experience delivering services in an educational outreach program or TRIO program preferred; or at least three years of experience working with students from disadvantaged or underserved backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential student information and accurate records.
• Ability and willingness to participate in occasional evening or weekend activities, travel to assigned target schools, attend conferences, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Must have reliable vehicle and be able to present workshop information to students.

Please submit Cover letter & Resume to: jsatterfield@aircinc.org by 10/26/26.