What is a peer academic coach?

A Peer Academic Coach (PAC) is either an undergraduate or graduate student who has been academically successful at Florida Atlantic University. Either way, Peer Academic Coaches can offer student-to-student academic coaching, FAU-specific tips, and college success advice. Meet our current Peer Academic Coaches!

Interested in becoming a Peer Academic Coach?

** Check back in November 2024**

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Degree-seeking Undergraduate or Graduate Student.
  • Maintain a 2.8 or higher GPA.
  • First-Generation College Student preferred, not required.

Benefits:

  • $15.00 per hour.
  • Work 8-10 hours per week.
  • Student-friendly schedule.
  • Paid training.

Check Back in November 2024: 

  • Before you apply:
    • Create or update your resume. 
    • Create a cover letter outlining the following:
           1. your motivation for becoming a Peer Academic Coach,
           2. what you would bring to the position/team,
           3. how this experience will benefit your future career, and
           4. whether or not you are First-Generation).
  • How to Apply?
    • Submit your PAC application in Workday (Application for Undergraduate Students or Application for Graduate Students).
  • If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Monica Martinez El Sheikh (mmartinez@fau.edu).

If you are interested in becoming a Peer Academic Coach but missed our hiring window, check back in July, November, and February to see if we are hirng! 


PAC Testimonials

Read about one Peer Academic Coach's journey: From connecting with coaching services to then becoming a Peer Academic Coach themselves! 

"As a current Peer Academic Coach, being a [PAC] has truly transformed my experience in school, and I want to share how meaningful this role has been for me. My introduction to coaching began when I sought guidance for my own academic challenges. Through dedicated support, I learned invaluable time management skills and effective study strategies that significantly transformed my approach to learning.

This experience not only helped me excel in my studies but also inspired me to give back to the community that had supported me. Becoming a Peer Academic Coach has allowed me to share the tools and techniques that proved to be beneficial to me. I remember feeling overwhelmed and unsure, and now I can provide support and encouragement to others who are going through similar struggles. I am now privileged to guide my peers in navigating their academic challenges, promoting growth and resilience.

The relationships I’ve built with fellow students have been greatly rewarding. I take immense pride in witnessing their progress and celebrating their achievements. It is fulfilling to know that I can contribute to their success in a meaningful way, helping them develop the skills necessary for academic excellence and lifelong learning." - 2024 PAC Testimonial

Hear from our former PACs about their experiences! 


Michelle Jarons

 

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Rachel Zuckerman


Isabela Pullas

 

"Hello everyone, my name is Rachel Zuckerman and I was a PAC for four years. I started my freshman year, not realizing the journey that I was about to undertake. However, the growth and amount that I learned through this experience was instrumental in me becoming the person I am today. I've learned so much from the students as well as my fellow PACS and advisor within the ACCESS office. The main thing that I will be taking away from this experience is the simple principle that was taught to me as a PAC and in turn I taught to my students "If your first plan does not work. It's OK, just adapt it a little". This life lesson with something that I saw throughout my four years and something I will carry into the next chapter and beyond."