POSITION OPENING
TBI Academic Coach & Tutor
Part-Time Flexible Hours Remote/In-Person Hybrid
How to Apply
Please submit the following to [[email protected]]:
- Resume or CV
- Brief cover letter (1 page) describing your relevant training, experience with TBI or acquired brain injury, and your approach to supporting a student with cognitive and fatigue challenges
- One reference (faculty advisor or clinical supervisor preferred)
Graduate coordinators and program directors are encouraged to share this posting with qualified students in your program. We are happy to answer questions about the role and the client’s needs before students apply.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and empathetic graduate student to serve as an Academic Coach and Tutor for a client who is a former business major managing the academic and daily life impacts of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). The client sustained a brain tumor diagnosis during his college studies and continues to experience challenges related to fatigue, executive functioning, and memory. He is currently enrolled in a self-paced college course and needs consistent, knowledgeable support to succeed.
This is a tutoring and coaching role—not a clinical position—but the ideal candidate will bring graduate-level training in neuropsychology, rehabilitation science, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, or a closely related field. An understanding of TBI and neurorehabilitation principles is essential to supporting this client effectively.
Client Background & Candidate Profile
Our client is a former college business major who was diagnosed with a brain tumor during his studies. As a result of his diagnosis and treatment, he experiences challenges with energy and fatigue management, executive functioning (including planning, organization, and task initiation), and memory encoding and retrieval. He is a motivated learner currently working through a self-paced college course and may pursue additional coursework over time.
We are specifically seeking a current graduate student in neurorehabilitation, neuropsychology, neurology, or a closely related discipline. The right candidate will have a strong working knowledge of neurorehabilitation best practices—including evidence-based compensatory strategies, cognitive rehabilitation frameworks, and fatigue management approaches—and will be current on the latest research in the field. This is not a clinical role, but a deep understanding of how TBI affects cognition and daily functioning is essential to supporting this client in a meaningful and effective way.
Roles & Responsibilities
Academic Tutoring
- Assist the client in understanding and mastering course content (business-related curriculum)
- Break down complex material into manageable steps suited to his cognitive profile
- Use repetition, multi-modal learning, and spaced retrieval techniques to support memory retention
- Help review and summarize readings, lectures, and assignments
Executive Functioning Coaching
- Help the client organize tasks, set priorities, and create structured study plans
- Provide scaffolding for assignment planning, deadline management, and pacing within a self-paced format
- Use evidence-based strategies such as external cueing, checklists, and goal-setting frameworks
- Support task initiation and sustained attention through structured session routines
Energy & Fatigue Management
- Be attentive to client’s cognitive and physical fatigue during sessions
- Adjust session length, pacing, and demand based on the client’s day-to-day capacity
- Incorporate restorative breaks and low-demand activities as needed
Communication & Coordination
- Maintain brief session notes and share updates with the care coordinator as requested
- Communicate proactively about client progress, challenges, and emerging needs
- Respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries at all times
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
Required
- Current graduate student in neuropsychology, rehabilitation psychology, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of Traumatic Brain Injury: its cognitive, behavioral, and fatigue-related sequelae
- Familiarity with evidence-based neurorehabilitation strategies (e.g., compensatory cognitive strategies, Goal Management Training, errorless learning)
- Strong interpersonal skills: patient, flexible, and able to adapt communication style
- Ability to work independently and maintain reliable, consistent scheduling
Preferred
- Clinical or research experience working with individuals with acquired brain injuries
- Familiarity with current literature on cognitive rehabilitation and TBI academic reintegration
- Experience in tutoring, coaching, or academic support roles
- Background or coursework in business, economics, or related subject matter
Position Details
Hours: Flexible; estimated 3–6 hours per week depending on client needs and course demands
Format: Remote video sessions preferred; in-person may be available depending on location
Duration: Ongoing with potential to continue as client advances through coursework
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and training level
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment. This position does not require licensure—only a genuine understanding of TBI and a commitment to meeting this client where he is.
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
