Student Retention Coach

Lincoln Tech is seeking a Student Retention Coach, onsite aat our Iselin, NJ, campus, to work directly with students to identify and remove obstacles that prevent class attendance and successful program completion. 

• Associate's degree required or 2 years of related experience; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience in student services, counseling, or related field
• Knowledge of student development and retention best practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with diverse student populations
• Problem-solving and crisis intervention skills
• Empathetic and patient approach to student support

• →Develop and implement retention strategies for at-risk students
• →Provide early intervention support and conduct regular check-ins to identify potential barriers
• →Create individualized success plans for struggling students
• →Advise students considering withdrawal and coordinate re-entry for returning students
• →Provide academic advising and coordinate tutoring services and learning assistance
• →Use academic reports to manage attendance, drops, failures, and persistence data
• →Identify trends and work with Academic Dean to develop improvement plans
• →Maintain detailed records of student interactions and prepare reports on retention outcomes

For over 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, and Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.