Professional Math Coach

William Peace University, Raleigh
William Peace University, Raleigh

Part-time

North Raleigh, Raleigh, NC, USA

Posted on Oct 23, 2026
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Position Information
Position Title: Professional Math Coach
Posting Number: WPU0065717
University Information:
William Peace University (“Peace”) provides a culture that fosters an energized team environment, builds on our strengths, promotes creativity and innovation, and encourages respect and open communication. We value our faculty and staff. We know they are important and vital to the growth of our university and culture. Senior leadership is personally dedicated to the professional growth and development of each employee. We want to help you build your career, while ensuring you have great work-life balance and flexibility.

We teach our students the skills needed for ethical citizenship, not just in the classroom, but by example. We believe in giving back to our community, and our employees take pride in working at Peace.
Department: Academic Affairs
Purpose of Department:
The Office of Academic Affairs at William Peace University provides leadership and services to promote academic excellence and student success. Committed to the undergraduate liberal arts tradition, Academic Affairs prepares students from diverse backgrounds to excel through rigorous interdisciplinary inquiry and immersive learning. We support a student-centered approach among our faculty and staff.
Summary of Position:
Reporting to the Associate Provost, the Math Coach provides targeted academic support to in-person and online students enrolled in gateway mathematics courses, with an emphasis on College Algebra and Introduction to Statistics. This position supports student learning, academic momentum, and successful course completion through individualized and small-group coaching, proactive outreach, and coordination with mathematics faculty and Student Success staff.

The Math Coach will contribute to institutional efforts to improve student outcomes in gateway mathematics courses, with particular attention to identifying and addressing barriers affecting Pell-eligible students and reducing grades of D, F, and course withdrawals (DFW). This position works collaboratively with existing faculty and student support structures to connect students with appropriate resources and promote persistence and academic success.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
  • Provide targeted academic coaching and support to students enrolled in College Algebra and Introduction to Statistics and other courses as needed.
  • Assist students in strengthening mathematical understanding, problem-solving strategies, study habits, and preparation for assessments.
  • Coordinate with mathematics faculty to identify students who may benefit from additional academic support and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Collaborate with Center for Student Success staff, as appropriate, to facilitate referrals and connect students with academic resources.
  • Collaborate with Executive Director of Online Programs and Success Coach for Online Programs to support online learners enrolled in math courses
  • Conduct proactive outreach to encourage student participation in available math support services.
  • Track student participation in coaching and other math support activities, maintaining accurate records of outreach, engagement, and referrals.
  • Review participation and course outcome data, in coordination with appropriate campus partners, to identify patterns and potential barriers affecting student success, particularly among Pell-eligible students.
  • Support efforts to improve course completion, reduce DFW rates, and strengthen academic momentum in gateway mathematics courses.
  • Communicate emerging student needs and opportunities for improvement to relevant faculty and Student Success partners.
  • Participate in meetings and assessment activities related to grant implementation, student support, and continuous improvement.
  • Perform other related duties consistent with the position’s purpose and grant objectives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities needed in order for an individual to perform the duties of the position, including the ability to obtain on-the-job skills and abilities.
  • Demonstrated competence in college-level mathematics instruction, tutoring, or academic support.
  • Experience providing tutoring, academic coaching, supplemental instruction, or student success support preferred.
  • Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and support students with varying levels of mathematical preparation.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with mathematics faculty, Student Success staff, and other campus partners.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and track student participation and outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field, or a bachelor’s degree with demonstrated proficiency in college-level mathematics.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting students both in-person and online in College Algebra, Introduction to Statistics, or other gateway mathematics courses.
  • Familiarity with student success interventions, early-alert systems, or strategies for improving course completion and retention.
  • Experience using student participation and academic performance data to evaluate the effectiveness of support services.
Hours per week: Approx. 15 hours per week during academic terms
Job Posting Date: 10/23/2026
Priority Deadline: 11/08/2026
Priority Deadline Information:

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the Priority Date; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation
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