Learning Coach - Stellenbosch Verfied

R 20000 per month Stellenbosch, Western Cape Stellenbosch, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 06-02-2019 6:47:31 AM
03-04-2019 6:47:31 AM
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Successfully guide a student to become a graduate and do so at least 90% of the time
In principle it is what we call ‘academic cuddling’, i.e. to carry out the professional duties of a Learning Coach
Responsible to look after (initially at least) a cohort of a 120 students
Track their progress and participation with the help of dedicated software
In general contact them regularly in various ways
Pay special attention to and assist those that would seem to lag behind, who lose their motivation, etc. Meaning, timeously identify risks and dealing with those risks quick and competently
Focus on developing the student’s learning skills i.e. learning to learning
Although focusing most of the time on the academic content and learning process, the LC will inevitably be the “Agony Aunt” for technical problems as well
Do this work in the context and understanding of Higher Education with its accompanied regulations
The LC will link with and have the support of with the Academic Head to understand what is required for a successful learning intervention, with the E-Learning Manager for the technical aspects re the learning platform (Moodle), The Recruitment Centre Manager to exchange information regarding the experience of the students given what they were sold during the recruitment process, the Chief Marketing Officer to exchange important information that may influence future ways of marketing and advertising. The LC will be part of a core team with a high commitment to the ethos of the company and with the requisite skills, dedication and passion to guide our student to success.
Weekly reports on the cohort to the Academic Head. This will be based on accurate record keeping of the students personal and academic development
The LC will have a retention goal of 90% i.e. of those in the cohort started and finished the programme.
The LC develops a dep understanding of the programme the student is enrolled into and in particular the outcomes and timelines of this programme. Will keep the focus on learning as an exciting and even fun process.
Build up, over time, an in-depth understanding of an online student (socially and emotionally)
Bottom-line: manage the student’s learning and learning programme efficiently and effectively

REQUIREMENTS:

Education

The LC must be a graduate with a background in psychology (industrial or clinical), or sound counselling experience

Recruiter: JobCrystal1