NCLEX Success Coach (Nursing Academic Support)Stanbridge University is seeking a student-centered NCLEX Success Coach (Nursing Academic Support) to support nursing students in achieving readiness for the NCLEX-RN examination. This role combines academic coaching, structured remediation, and data-informed support to improve student outcomes and licensure success.Working closely with faculty and program leadership, the NCLEX Success Coach identifies at-risk students, develops targeted support plans, and delivers individualized and small-group interventions that strengthen clinical judgment, test-taking strategies, and overall academic performance.This position is ideal for educators and clinicians who are passionate about student success, enjoy working directly with students, and excel in a structured, outcomes-driven academic support environment.Essential FunctionsStudent Support & Coaching Provide individualized and small-group academic coaching to support NCLEX readiness Deliver targeted tutoring sessions and structured workshops focused on test-taking strategies and clinical judgment Engage students in reflective learning and critical thinking development Support students in developing effective study plans and academic habits ATI Integration & Academic Support Oversee ATI implementation for assigned cohorts, including account management and performance tracking Develop NCLEX-aligned study guides and structured remediation materials Facilitate ATI Capstone and Virtual ATI participation in coordination with faculty Promote consistent use of ATI resources across the curriculum Data Analysis & Remediation Planning Analyze ATI performance reports and internal assessment data to identify learning gaps and trends Develop and implement data-informed remediation plans aligned with course objectives and NCLEX test plans Monitor student progression toward NCLEX readiness benchmarks (e.g., Virtual ATI “Green Light”) Proactively intervene when performance indicators suggest risk Collaboration & Program Support Collaborate with faculty to reinforce ATI integration in classroom and clinical learning environments Provide supplemental instruction aligned with established course content when appropriate Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives related to NCLEX outcomes Maintain accurate documentation of student engagement, remediation activities, and progress Performance Expectations Utilize ATI analytics and cohort-level data to guide academic support strategies Identify at-risk students early and initiate timely, structured interventions Maintain consistent documentation of student progress and remediation efforts Collaborate effectively with the Director of NCLEX and faculty to adjust strategies Contribute to measurable improvement in student preparedness for the NCLEX-RN examination QualificationsRequired Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or higher from an accredited institution Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in California (BRN) Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience in a pre- or post-licensure nursing program Minimum of four (4) years of direct patient care experience in medical-surgical nursing within the past five (5) years Experience supporting student learning outcomes, remediation, or academic coaching Working knowledge of ATI or similar NCLEX preparation platforms Preferred Experience using ATI analytics to guide academic interventions Familiarity with NCLEX test plans and clinical judgment models Experience supporting at-risk or academically vulnerable students Experience with NCLEX preparation platforms such as ATI, Kaplan, HESI, or similar Strong coaching, communication, and organizational skills Schedule & Work Structure This is a full-time, on-campus position with a typical Monday through Friday schedule The role includes regular direct student support through individualized coaching, small-group instruction, and workshops Student support may be delivered in person or virtually, depending on student needs and scheduling considerations Flexibility is required to accommodate student availability, which may include occasional early, extended, or weekend hours Remaining time is dedicated to data analysis, remediation planning, collaboration with faculty, and preparation of instructional materials CompensationCompensation is competitive and based on education, experience, and internal equity considerations Who Should Apply Educators who enjoy working directly with students in one-on-one and small-group settings Clinicians who are passionate about teaching but prefer a structured, non-traditional classroom role Professionals who excel at coaching, mentoring, and helping students improve performance Individuals who are comfortable working with performance data and applying it to improve outcomes Conditions of Employment: A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process. Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office (unless otherwise noted). Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Stanbridge University does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or participate in employer-sponsored or employer-dependent work authorization programs. Sponsorship: Sponsorship now or in the future could include having Stanbridge University sponsor, complete employer documentation, provide attestations or training plans, or otherwise participate in a work-authorization or employment-based immigration program in order for an individual to begin or continue employment. Stanbridge University does not provide any such sponsorship. Employment verification will be conducted to validate work experience per accreditation standards. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Official transcripts are required prior to hire. Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service to determine U.S. degree equivalency and applicable subject-area coursework. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Work Environment Standard office, classroom, lab, or clinical setting Duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or computer workstation May include time spent in skills labs or academic support environments Subject to frequent interruptions, noise, and demanding timelines Physical Demands Regularly sits for extended periods Physical ability to perform program-related duties Proficient in using electronic keyboards and office equipment Effective verbal communication in person and by phone Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds Institutional Values Diversity and Inclusion: Stanbridge University is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that reflects diverse backgrounds and perspectives Innovation and Technology: We integrate advanced technology and simulation to enhance student learning outcomes Community Engagement: Through initiatives such as Stanbridge outREACH, students contribute to local and global communities Equal Opportunity EmployerStanbridge University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any protected basis. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
NCLEX Success Coach (Nursing Academic Support)
Stanbridge University is seeking a student-centered NCLEX Success Coach (Nursing Academic Support) to support nursing students in achieving readiness for the NCLEX-RN examination. This role combines academic coaching, structured remediation, and data-informed support to improve student outcomes and licensure success.
Working closely with faculty and program leadership, the NCLEX Success Coach identifies at-risk students, develops targeted support plans, and delivers individualized and small-group interventions that strengthen clinical judgment, test-taking strategies, and overall academic performance.
This position is ideal for educators and clinicians who are passionate about student success, enjoy working directly with students, and excel in a structured, outcomes-driven academic support environment.
Essential Functions
Student Support & Coaching
- Provide individualized and small-group academic coaching to support NCLEX readiness
- Deliver targeted tutoring sessions and structured workshops focused on test-taking strategies and clinical judgment
- Engage students in reflective learning and critical thinking development
- Support students in developing effective study plans and academic habits
ATI Integration & Academic Support
- Oversee ATI implementation for assigned cohorts, including account management and performance tracking
- Develop NCLEX-aligned study guides and structured remediation materials
- Facilitate ATI Capstone and Virtual ATI participation in coordination with faculty
- Promote consistent use of ATI resources across the curriculum
Data Analysis & Remediation Planning
- Analyze ATI performance reports and internal assessment data to identify learning gaps and trends
- Develop and implement data-informed remediation plans aligned with course objectives and NCLEX test plans
- Monitor student progression toward NCLEX readiness benchmarks (e.g., Virtual ATI “Green Light”)
- Proactively intervene when performance indicators suggest risk
Collaboration & Program Support
- Collaborate with faculty to reinforce ATI integration in classroom and clinical learning environments
- Provide supplemental instruction aligned with established course content when appropriate
- Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives related to NCLEX outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation of student engagement, remediation activities, and progress
Performance Expectations
- Utilize ATI analytics and cohort-level data to guide academic support strategies
- Identify at-risk students early and initiate timely, structured interventions
- Maintain consistent documentation of student progress and remediation efforts
- Collaborate effectively with the Director of NCLEX and faculty to adjust strategies
- Contribute to measurable improvement in student preparedness for the NCLEX-RN examination
Qualifications
Required
- Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or higher from an accredited institution
- Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in California (BRN)
- Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience in a pre- or post-licensure nursing program
- Minimum of four (4) years of direct patient care experience in medical-surgical nursing within the past five (5) years
- Experience supporting student learning outcomes, remediation, or academic coaching
- Working knowledge of ATI or similar NCLEX preparation platforms
Preferred
- Experience using ATI analytics to guide academic interventions
- Familiarity with NCLEX test plans and clinical judgment models
- Experience supporting at-risk or academically vulnerable students
- Experience with NCLEX preparation platforms such as ATI, Kaplan, HESI, or similar
- Strong coaching, communication, and organizational skills
Schedule & Work Structure
- This is a full-time, on-campus position with a typical Monday through Friday schedule
- The role includes regular direct student support through individualized coaching, small-group instruction, and workshops
- Student support may be delivered in person or virtually, depending on student needs and scheduling considerations
- Flexibility is required to accommodate student availability, which may include occasional early, extended, or weekend hours
- Remaining time is dedicated to data analysis, remediation planning, collaboration with faculty, and preparation of instructional materials
Compensation
- Compensation is competitive and based on education, experience, and internal equity considerations
Who Should Apply
- Educators who enjoy working directly with students in one-on-one and small-group settings
- Clinicians who are passionate about teaching but prefer a structured, non-traditional classroom role
- Professionals who excel at coaching, mentoring, and helping students improve performance
- Individuals who are comfortable working with performance data and applying it to improve outcomes
Conditions of Employment:
- A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process.
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office (unless otherwise noted).
- Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Stanbridge University does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or participate in employer-sponsored or employer-dependent work authorization programs.
- Sponsorship: Sponsorship now or in the future could include having Stanbridge University sponsor, complete employer documentation, provide attestations or training plans, or otherwise participate in a work-authorization or employment-based immigration program in order for an individual to begin or continue employment. Stanbridge University does not provide any such sponsorship.
- Employment verification will be conducted to validate work experience per accreditation standards.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Official transcripts are required prior to hire. Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a recognized credential evaluation service to determine U.S. degree equivalency and applicable subject-area coursework.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment
- Standard office, classroom, lab, or clinical setting
- Duties are typically performed while sitting at a desk or computer workstation
- May include time spent in skills labs or academic support environments
- Subject to frequent interruptions, noise, and demanding timelines
Physical Demands
- Regularly sits for extended periods
- Physical ability to perform program-related duties
- Proficient in using electronic keyboards and office equipment
- Effective verbal communication in person and by phone
- Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 10–25 pounds
Institutional Values
- Diversity and Inclusion: Stanbridge University is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that reflects diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Innovation and Technology: We integrate advanced technology and simulation to enhance student learning outcomes
- Community Engagement: Through initiatives such as Stanbridge outREACH, students contribute to local and global communities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanbridge University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any protected basis. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
We are made up of California's most brilliant thinkers, gifted leaders, and creative problem solvers. Our unwavering commitment to each other and to students is what makes Stanbridge more than a job - we are a vibrant academic community. Join our team and together we'll do great things.
We are made up of California's most brilliant thinkers, gifted leaders, and creative problem solvers. Our unwavering commitment to each other and to students is what makes Stanbridge more than a job - we are a vibrant academic community. Join our team and together we'll do great things.
