Executive Functioning Skills Coach

Job Summary

The Executive Functioning Skills Coach provides individualized, in-person support to students who experience challenges with organization, planning, prioritization, task initiation, time management, follow-through, and related executive functioning skills.

The coach will work directly with students in one-on-one sessions to help them develop practical strategies, routines, and tools that support academic success and increased independence. The position will also support the broader Student Support Services program by collaborating with staff, participating in case consultation, and helping reinforce executive functioning strategies within routine academic coaching and advising practices.

This positions hours will vary based on student needs, referrals, and program priorities. Some evening availability may be beneficial to accommodate student schedules. This position reports to the Senior Director of Student Support and Development. This position is classified as non-exempt under FLSA regulations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, in-person executive functioning coaching to students.
• Assist students with organization, planning, prioritization, time management, task initiation, study routines, and follow-through.
• Help students develop individualized strategies, systems, and action plans to support academic progress.
• Support students in breaking larger assignments and responsibilities into manageable steps.
• Reinforce accountability, self-advocacy, problem-solving, and independent skill development.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and notes related to student meetings and progress.
• Communicate with designated Student Support Services staff regarding student progress, concerns, and recommended next steps, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Participate in case consultation and coordination with program staff as needed.
• Participate in training and consultation with the program’s Executive Functioning Skills Trainer to ensure consistency in coaching approaches and strategies.
• Assist with executive functioning workshops or small-group programming as requested.
• Refer students back to appropriate university resources when needs extend beyond the scope of executive functioning coaching.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree required in education, psychology, counseling, social work, student affairs, special education, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.

Experience

Experience providing academic coaching, executive functioning support, learning support, student success coaching, disability support, counseling, or related services is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build supportive, professional relationships with college students.
• Knowledge of executive functioning skills and strategies related to organization, planning, time management, prioritization, task initiation, and academic self-management.
• Ability to help students translate strategies into practical, individualized routines and systems.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work collaboratively with student support staff and other campus partners.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs and backgrounds is preferred.

Additional Information for Applicant

Physical Demand

• Position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Position requires the ability to move about campus and attend student programs or meetings in various campus locations.
• Position requires the ability to communicate in person, by telephone, and through electronic platforms.
• Position requires occasional manual dexterity and the ability to use standard office equipment.
• Position may require occasional lifting of materials weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Working conditions are primarily indoors.

Susquehanna University does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Please note: This position is grant funded. As a result, the salary is tied to the grant award and is not negotiable.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; flexible spending accounts; life and long-term disability insurance; and generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.