166 Education Coach jobs in South Africa

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

Is to develop a high impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalised success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences. Student success coaching helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence and graduation, enabling students to change their world.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Student Success coaching

Internal and external collaboration and communication

Research

Policy and procedure development and implementation

Development and Training

CORE COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally with a focus on student success, and student development

Knowledge of university processes, rules and resources and national legislation related to higher education

Communication, Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Critical thinking, Problem solving and Decision-making skills

Presentation and information dissemination skills

Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff.

Research knowledge and basic data analysis skills

Student and learning development knowledge and theories as well as student success

strategies

Experience in case management embedded in ethical and professional practices

Organisational, technological and administrative skills

Coaching/advising knowledge or training or experience.

REQUIREMENTS

Given the sensitive nature of working with vulnerable students, in order to be considered for appointment to this post, candidates should have complied with the following requirements:

The minimum qualification required is a four-year professional degree in psychology, social work, or education with an emphasis on psycho-social and developmental/educational support;

Professional registration as a Psychologist, Registered Counsellor, Social Worker, Educational Psychologist or as an Educator with at least an honours in educational psychology or inclusive education; and

At least 3 years' experience in coaching, advising or teaching diverse students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education setting

DISCLAIMER:Nelson Mandela University is a designated employer committed to pursuing excellence, diversity, inclusion, and redress in achieving its employment equity targets. Preference will be given to suitably qualified (Race and Gender) candidates in accordance with the University's employment equity targets. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 26 September 2025.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB The core purpose of the post is to develop a high-impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalized success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences. Student Success Coaching helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence, and graduation, enabling students to change their world.

Reporting to the Head of Unit/Co-ordinator, the Student Success Coach at the Medical School is required

• Develop and Co-ordinate tailored Student success interventions and strategies, Coaching and Mentorship programs for Medical and Health Science students.
• Conduct individual and group coaching sessions with the focus on academic and psycho-social support and development for Medical and Health Science students.
• Refer students to appropriate academic, personnel and support resources.
• Co-ordinate the First-Year experience program for Medical and Health Science students.
• Collaborate and communicate with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide Case Management and Administrative systems that ensure quality and ethical standards.
• Develop and Implement policies and procedures to facilitate the student success program.
• Contribute to Research in a relevant field within Health Sciences.

• Knowledge of coaching and mentoring in a university environment.
• Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally, with a focus on student success and student development.
• Knowledge of student learning and development theories, as well as student success strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff members.
• Experience in individual case management for at-risk students to track their counselling and development progress, which is embedded in ethical and professional practices.
• Knowledge and/or understanding of university processes, rules, resources, and national legislation related to Higher Education.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven organisational, technological, and administrative skills.
• Proven research knowledge and data analysis skills.

Education
M +4 degree in Counselling or Educational Psychology, Social work, or equivalent.

Registration
Professional registration with the HPCSA or applicable professional body.

Experience
3 – 5 years’ experience at university level in student coaching, advising, and teaching of diverse university students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education/university setting.

In conducting individual and group coaching sessions, candidates must be willing to have flexible work arrangements including consultations with students after hours and on weekends as required to meet student needs. Providing evidence of experience with innovative student centred service delivery models may serve as an advantage.

e.g., contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match the post requirements, and provide a Curriculum Vitae including the names of three referees, certified copies of their qualifications, current HPCSA or relevant registration with an applicable professional body, and a valid Driver’s License. Candidates may be required to give a PowerPoint presentation and participate in such recruitment and selection assessments as determined by the university.

Overview

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

The core purpose of the post is to develop a high-impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalized success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences. Student Success Coaching helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence, and graduation, enabling students to change their world.

Reporting to the Head of Unit/Co-ordinator, the Student Success Coach at the Medical School is required to:

• Develop and coordinate tailored student success interventions and strategies, coaching and mentorship programs for Medical and Health Science students.
  • Conduct individual and group coaching sessions with the focus on academic and psycho-social support and development for Medical and Health Science students.
  • Refer students to appropriate academic, personnel and support resources.
  • Coordinate the First-Year experience program for Medical and Health Science students.
  • Collaborate and communicate with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide case management and administrative systems that ensure quality and ethical standards.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to facilitate the student success program.
• Contribute to research in a relevant field within Health Sciences.

1. Knowledge of coaching and mentoring in a university environment.
   1. Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally, with a focus on student success and student development.
   2. Knowledge of student learning and development theories, as well as student success strategies.
      1. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff members.
      2. Experience in individual case management for at-risk students to track their counselling and development progress, which is embedded in ethical and professional practices.
      3. Knowledge and/or understanding of university processes, rules, resources, and national legislation related to Higher Education.
      4. Critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
      5. Proven organisational, technological, and administrative skills.
      6. Proven research knowledge and data analysis skills.

Education

M +4 degree in Counselling or Educational Psychology, Social work, or equivalent.

Registration

Professional registration with the HPCSA or applicable professional body.

Experience

3 – 5 years’ experience at university level in student coaching, advising, and teaching of diverse university students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education/university setting.

In conducting individual and group coaching sessions, candidates must be willing to have flexible work arrangements including consultations with students after hours and on weekends as required to meet student needs. Providing evidence of experience with innovative student centred service delivery models may serve as an advantage.

Notes for candidates: Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match the post requirements, and provide a Curriculum Vitae including the names of three referees, certified copies of their qualifications, current HPCSA or relevant registration with an applicable professional body, and a valid Driver’s License. Candidates may be required to give a PowerPoint presentation and participate in such recruitment and selection assessments as determined by the university.

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The core purpose of the post is to develop a high-impact connection with a diverse student body on their journey through university, by actively and intentionally engaging them in developing a personalized success plan through goal-directed and collaborative learning experiences. Student Success Coaching

helps create a sense of belonging and student ownership that aims to increase retention, persistence, and graduation, enabling students to change their world.

KEYPERFORMANCEAREAS

Reporting to the Head of Unit/Co-ordinator, the Student Success Coach at the Medical School is required

to:

• Develop and Co-ordinate tailored Student success interventions and strategies, Coaching and Mentorship programs for Medical and Health Science students.
• Conduct individual and group coaching sessions with the focus on academic and psycho-social support and development for Medical and Health Science students.
• Refer students to appropriate academic, personnel and support resources.
• Co-ordinate the First-Year experience program for Medical and Health Science students.
• Collaborate and communicate with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide Case Management and Administrative systems that ensure quality and ethical standards.
• Develop and Implement policies and procedures to facilitate the student success program.
• Contribute to Research in a relevant field within Health Sciences.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of coaching and mentoring in a university environment.
• Knowledge of higher education trends, both nationally and internationally, with a focus on student success and student development.
• Knowledge of student learning and development theories, as well as student success strategies.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, academics, professional and administrative staff members.
  • Experience in individual case management for at-risk students to track their counselling and development progress, which is embedded in ethical and professional practices.
  • Knowledge and/or understanding of university processes, rules, resources, and national legislation related to Higher Education.
  • Critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proven organisational, technological, and administrative skills.
  • Proven research knowledge and data analysis skills.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

M +4 degree in Counselling or Educational Psychology, Social work, or equivalent.

Registration

Professional registration with the HPCSA or applicable professional body.

Experience

3 5 years experience at university level in student coaching, advising, and teaching of diverse university students related to enhancing academic success and retention in a higher education/university setting.

In conducting individual and group coaching sessions, candidates must be willing to have flexible work arrangements including consultations with students after hours and on weekends as required to meet student needs. Providing evidence of experience with innovative student centred service delivery models may serve as an advantage.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g., contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Notes for candidates

Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match the post requirements, and provide a Curriculum Vitae including the names of three referees, certified copies of their qualifications, current HPCSA or relevant registration with an applicable professional body, and a valid Drivers License. Candidates may be required to give a PowerPoint presentation and participate in such recruitment and selection assessments as determined by the university.

Overview

TripleTen is a service that empowers individuals, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in software engineering, data science, business intelligence analytics, and QA engineering in a feasible and accessible way, ultimately leading them to thrive in a new career. Our mission is to ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully master a new profession, find their purpose, and become a valuable member of the tech industry. TripleTen is a remote-first organization, mirroring our students who complete our bootcamps in a remote environment. Please submit all Resumes or CVs in English.

• Video Interview: As the second step, you’ll need to submit a short video interview where you'll answer four questions, with each response being 2 minutes or less. This will help us get to know you better.
• Assessment Task: Next, you’ll complete a brief assessment, which will be the first step in the interview process, designed to help us evaluate some of the technical skills essential for this role. This assessment mirrors some of the common tasks you would be expected to perform in the role independently after your initial 2 weeks of training.
• Interview with the Hiring Team: Candidates who successfully complete the first two stages will be invited to a final 30-45 minute interview with our hiring team. This interview is specifically designed to answer any questions you may still have about the position, and provide clarity on the day-to-day responsibilities. We will also cover a few behavioral based interview questions to assess culture and work style fit.

All stages of the process will be conducted in English.

• Build strong 1:1 relationships with assigned students
• Proactively coach students on motivation, time management, and study strategies
• Help students navigate barriers to success and refer at-risk learners for support
• Track student progress and flag disengagement in Planhat
• Participate in live events and sprint launches when assigned
• Keep documentation up-to-date for all student interactions
• Submit reports, metrics, and trends as requested by Program Lead
• Collaborate with peers for shift coverage, cross-support, and best practices

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Any US Time Zone); Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Any US Time Zone)
• Maintain timely responses: within 2 hours during active windows
• English fluency — our students are American; many team members are native, so fluency is necessary
• Fast learner — we conduct a lot of experiments and frequently change processes; it’s acceptable not to know something but essential to learn and adapt quickly
• Attention to numbers and analytics (Excel, Notion, Miro) — a Learning Coach calculates statistics and collects data manually; requires patience and attention to numbers
• Desire to help and care for people — Learning Coaches support students, check up on motivation, and solicit feedback
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment and lateral problem-solving
• Laptop capable of running Notion, Miro, Slack, Discord, Planhat CRM, LMS, etc.; reliable internet (minimum 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload); earphones for high audio quality

• $1000 Gross per month, with the opportunity to earn up to $1300 in monthly bonuses (KPI-based)
• Full-time remote contract-based collaboration
• A comfortable digital office with modern tools (Miro, Notion, Google Meet) to facilitate collaboration
• Diverse and tight-knit team across US, Serbia, Georgia, Armenia, Latin America, and more

• At this time we are unable to offer H1B sponsorship opportunities in the USA
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
• TripleTen is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Overview

TripleTen is a service that empowers individuals, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in software engineering, data science, business intelligence analytics, and QA engineering in a feasible and accessible way, ultimately leading them to thrive in a new career. Our mission is to ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully master a new profession, find their purpose, and become a valuable member of the tech industry. TripleTen is a remote-first organization, mirroring our students who complete our bootcamps in a remote environment. Please submit all Resumes or CVs in English.

• Video Interview: As the second step, you’ll need to submit a short video interview where you'll answer four questions, with each response being 2 minutes or less. This will help us get to know you better.
• Assessment Task: Next, you’ll complete a brief assessment, which will be the first step in the interview process, designed to help us evaluate some of the technical skills essential for this role. This assessment mirrors some of the common tasks you would be expected to perform in the role independently after your initial 2 weeks of training.
• Interview with the Hiring Team: Candidates who successfully complete the first two stages will be invited to a final 30-45 minute interview with our hiring team. This interview is specifically designed to answer any questions you may still have about the position, and provide clarity on the day-to-day responsibilities. We will also cover a few behavioral based interview questions to assess culture and work style fit.

All stages of the process will be conducted in English.

• Build strong 1:1 relationships with assigned students
• Proactively coach students on motivation, time management, and study strategies
• Help students navigate barriers to success and refer at-risk learners for support
• Track student progress and flag disengagement in Planhat
• Participate in live events and sprint launches when assigned
• Keep documentation up-to-date for all student interactions
• Submit reports, metrics, and trends as requested by Program Lead
• Collaborate with peers for shift coverage, cross-support, and best practices

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Any US Time Zone); Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Any US Time Zone)
• Maintain timely responses: within 2 hours during active windows
• English fluency — our students are American; many team members are native, so fluency is necessary
• Fast learner — we conduct a lot of experiments and frequently change processes; it’s acceptable not to know something but essential to learn and adapt quickly
• Attention to numbers and analytics (Excel, Notion, Miro) — a Learning Coach calculates statistics and collects data manually; requires patience and attention to numbers
• Desire to help and care for people — Learning Coaches support students, check up on motivation, and solicit feedback
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment and lateral problem-solving
• Laptop capable of running Notion, Miro, Slack, Discord, Planhat CRM, LMS, etc.; reliable internet (minimum 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload); earphones for high audio quality

• $1000 Gross per month, with the opportunity to earn up to $1300 in monthly bonuses (KPI-based)
• Full-time remote contract-based collaboration
• A comfortable digital office with modern tools (Miro, Notion, Google Meet) to facilitate collaboration
• Diverse and tight-knit team across US, Serbia, Georgia, Armenia, Latin America, and more

• At this time we are unable to offer H1B sponsorship opportunities in the USA
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
• TripleTen is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Overview

TripleTen is a service that empowers individuals, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in software engineering, data science, business intelligence analytics, and QA engineering in a feasible and accessible way, ultimately leading them to thrive in a new career. Our mission is to ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully master a new profession, find their purpose, and become a valuable member of the tech industry. TripleTen is a remote-first organization, mirroring our students who complete our bootcamps in a remote environment. Please submit all Resumes or CVs in English.

• Video Interview: As the second step, you’ll need to submit a short video interview where you'll answer four questions, with each response being 2 minutes or less. This will help us get to know you better.
• Assessment Task: Next, you’ll complete a brief assessment, which will be the first step in the interview process, designed to help us evaluate some of the technical skills essential for this role. This assessment mirrors some of the common tasks you would be expected to perform in the role independently after your initial 2 weeks of training.
• Interview with the Hiring Team: Candidates who successfully complete the first two stages will be invited to a final 30-45 minute interview with our hiring team. This interview is specifically designed to answer any questions you may still have about the position, and provide clarity on the day-to-day responsibilities. We will also cover a few behavioral based interview questions to assess culture and work style fit.

All stages of the process will be conducted in English.

• Build strong 1:1 relationships with assigned students
• Proactively coach students on motivation, time management, and study strategies
• Help students navigate barriers to success and refer at-risk learners for support
• Track student progress and flag disengagement in Planhat
• Participate in live events and sprint launches when assigned
• Keep documentation up-to-date for all student interactions
• Submit reports, metrics, and trends as requested by Program Lead
• Collaborate with peers for shift coverage, cross-support, and best practices

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Any US Time Zone); Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Any US Time Zone)
• Maintain timely responses: within 2 hours during active windows
• English fluency — our students are American; many team members are native, so fluency is necessary
• Fast learner — we conduct a lot of experiments and frequently change processes; it’s acceptable not to know something but essential to learn and adapt quickly
• Attention to numbers and analytics (Excel, Notion, Miro) — a Learning Coach calculates statistics and collects data manually; requires patience and attention to numbers
• Desire to help and care for people — Learning Coaches support students, check up on motivation, and solicit feedback
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment and lateral problem-solving
• Laptop capable of running Notion, Miro, Slack, Discord, Planhat CRM, LMS, etc.; reliable internet (minimum 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload); earphones for high audio quality

• $1000 Gross per month, with the opportunity to earn up to $1300 in monthly bonuses (KPI-based)
• Full-time remote contract-based collaboration
• A comfortable digital office with modern tools (Miro, Notion, Google Meet) to facilitate collaboration
• Diverse and tight-knit team across US, Serbia, Georgia, Armenia, Latin America, and more

• At this time we are unable to offer H1B sponsorship opportunities in the USA
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
• TripleTen is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

Overview

TripleTen is a service that empowers individuals, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in software engineering, data science, business intelligence analytics, and QA engineering in a feasible and accessible way, ultimately leading them to thrive in a new career. Our mission is to ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully master a new profession, find their purpose, and become a valuable member of the tech industry. TripleTen is a remote-first organization, mirroring our students who complete our bootcamps in a remote environment. Please submit all Resumes or CVs in English.

• Video Interview: As the second step, you’ll need to submit a short video interview where you'll answer four questions, with each response being 2 minutes or less. This will help us get to know you better.
• Assessment Task: Next, you’ll complete a brief assessment, which will be the first step in the interview process, designed to help us evaluate some of the technical skills essential for this role. This assessment mirrors some of the common tasks you would be expected to perform in the role independently after your initial 2 weeks of training.
• Interview with the Hiring Team: Candidates who successfully complete the first two stages will be invited to a final 30-45 minute interview with our hiring team. This interview is specifically designed to answer any questions you may still have about the position, and provide clarity on the day-to-day responsibilities. We will also cover a few behavioral based interview questions to assess culture and work style fit.

All stages of the process will be conducted in English.

• Build strong 1:1 relationships with assigned students
• Proactively coach students on motivation, time management, and study strategies
• Help students navigate barriers to success and refer at-risk learners for support
• Track student progress and flag disengagement in Planhat
• Participate in live events and sprint launches when assigned
• Keep documentation up-to-date for all student interactions
• Submit reports, metrics, and trends as requested by Program Lead
• Collaborate with peers for shift coverage, cross-support, and best practices

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Any US Time Zone); Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (Any US Time Zone)
• Maintain timely responses: within 2 hours during active windows
• English fluency — our students are American; many team members are native, so fluency is necessary
• Fast learner — we conduct a lot of experiments and frequently change processes; it’s acceptable not to know something but essential to learn and adapt quickly
• Attention to numbers and analytics (Excel, Notion, Miro) — a Learning Coach calculates statistics and collects data manually; requires patience and attention to numbers
• Desire to help and care for people — Learning Coaches support students, check up on motivation, and solicit feedback
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment and lateral problem-solving
• Laptop capable of running Notion, Miro, Slack, Discord, Planhat CRM, LMS, etc.; reliable internet (minimum 20 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload); earphones for high audio quality

• $1000 Gross per month, with the opportunity to earn up to $1300 in monthly bonuses (KPI-based)
• Full-time remote contract-based collaboration
• A comfortable digital office with modern tools (Miro, Notion, Google Meet) to facilitate collaboration
• Diverse and tight-knit team across US, Serbia, Georgia, Armenia, Latin America, and more

• At this time we are unable to offer H1B sponsorship opportunities in the USA
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
• TripleTen is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.