Academic Champion (Specialized Population & Academic Recovery Focus)

Talladega College invites dedicated student-success professionals to join us as an Academic Champion (Specialized Population & Academic Recovery Focus), a full-time, on-campus position based in Talladega, Alabama. If you thrive on guiding first- and second-year students through pivotal moments in their college journey, this role offers the chance to make a lasting difference.

About the Role

Working within the Division of Academic Affairs, the Academic Champion delivers personalized, whole-student advising paired with hands-on, intensive case management for Freshman and Sophomore students at Talladega College. The position centers on two distinct and high-priority student groups: members of the Band who balance demanding performance schedules and frequent travel, and students enrolled in the N.A.D.O. Program who were admitted on a conditional basis. Your mission is to help each student stay on track, recover academically when needed, and build the habits that lead to long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, holistic academic advising to first- and second-year students.
• Carry out detailed case management for students in the Band and the N.A.D.O. Program.
• Support Band members in balancing rigorous rehearsal, performance, and travel commitments with their coursework.
• Guide conditionally admitted N.A.D.O. students toward meeting academic benchmarks and improving their standing.
• Monitor progress, identify students at risk, and coordinate timely academic recovery interventions.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across the Division of Academic Affairs to strengthen student outcomes.

Qualifications

• A genuine commitment to student advising, retention, and academic recovery.
• Strong organizational skills suited to managing a caseload of students with diverse needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities for working one-on-one with students and partnering with campus colleagues.
• The flexibility to support students whose schedules include performance and travel obligations.

About Talladega College

Located in Talladega, Alabama, Talladega College is committed to nurturing student achievement through personalized support and a strong sense of community. The Division of Academic Affairs plays a central role in helping students reach their full potential, and the Academic Champion is a key part of that effort.

How to Apply

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