At Threshold Coaches, we support students with ADHD as they learn to successfully navigate the college experience. Our coaches provide research-based coaching to help students with ADHD
- connect with each other and the support structures on campus.
- learn about ADHD and how to develop the academic and social skill sets needed for college life.
- thrive as they begin discover their own strengths and build compensating mechanisms to successfully support the difficulties associated with ADHD.
ADHD Academic Coach- Job Description
- Coach students in both small group and 1:1 settings, implementing Threshold's Curriculum, developed to support ADHD students in the college setting. The coach will help college students set actionable goals and then assist in the implementation of every day tasks to meet those goals.
- Coaching will be done in person (on or near campus).
- Help students better understand how to organize, plan, prioritize, advocate with professors, manage time, maintain focus, self-assess, and study to promote both academic and emotional well being in the college setting.
- Communicate with parents in free consultations, initial parent intakes, and once per term to share progress and reassess goals.
Note: We believe that a good Academic Coach is always considering the larger picture of college life, knowing that academics are profoundly impacted by health in the mental, physical, and social realms. In this position, you will be actively checking in on these realms in addition to academics.
Qualifications:
A prior knowledge base of ADHD and its impact on students'emotional, physical, and academic well-being is necessary in this role. Additionally, we value candidates who have experience working 1:1 with individuals, particularly those who struggle academically and/or emotionally. Fostering a meaningful, trust-filled connection is the foundation of this work. Candidates must show aptitude in fostering these kinds of connections to be considered for this position.
Required:
- Masters degree: Higher Education, Special Education, Speech Pathology, Educational Therapy, Counseling or related field (masters/doctoral students will be considered for this role)
- In-depth knowledge of ADHD and its impact on Executive Functioning Skills for college students
- Experience providing executive functioning support or academic coaching for students age 16-25
- Ability to connect and build positive relationships with college students and their parents
- Familiarity with Google Suite
- Reliable transportation to and from Western Washington University campus
Preferred:
- Minimum 2 years experience in academic advising/mentoring/tutoring/counseling at the post-secondary level, or related higher education experience
- Familiarity with available academic support resources on Western Washington University campus
Hours:
- Coaching Phase availability: 5 hours/week (option for hours to build as the client base grows)
- Note: College students' availability tends to be 11 AM- 9 PM (see benefits of the job below)
Benefits of the Job:
- Excellent compensation
- Flexible schedule- (hours are set by the coach, must maintain enough flexibility to ensure weekly availability for 5 clients)
- Limited paperwork
- Supportive admin for billing and scheduling
- Free case consultation support with the coaching team at Threshold Coaches
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $70.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Ability to Commute:
- Bellingham, WA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bellingham, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person