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Competency-Based Education (CBE) Success Coach

Northeast Iowa Community College

1 Positions

ID: 87355

Posted On 02/10/2026

Job Overview

Supports an integrated advising model for Advanced Manufacturing students in Competency-Based Education (CBE), serving them from initial recruitment through enrollment, retention, completion, and placement while maintaining a high standard of student-centered service. Assists students in identifying and troubleshooting barriers through education and training, and collaborates with them to secure employment opportunities and pursue additional training as needed.

Provide holistic, proactive advising and coaching for Advanced Manufacturing CBE students using in-person, virtual, and other communication methods aligned to each student’s preferences.
Guide students on the unique aspects of competency-based learning for credit and non-credit pathways.
Advise students on CBE requirements, course sequencing, and degree audits to help them stay on track for timely completion.
Identify student strengths, needs, challenges, and barriers to help develop individualized success plans that address time management, course load, degree completion, work/life balance, and career goals.
Evaluate assessment test scores and previous academic transcripts to ensure accurate course and program placement for CBE pathways.
Assist students with the registration process and financial planning.
Serve as the student’s primary point of contact throughout their academic journey, building positive relationships and acting as mentor, advocate, and primary on-campus support.
Meet and communicate regularly with CBE students to provide information, resources, and support as they move through recruitment, admission, enrollment, and completion.
Monitor student academic progress and engagement to provide interventions and strategies to support students through individual academic and non-academic challenges; connect students to resources that address barriers related to academics, finances, basic needs, and personal circumstances.
Teach and reinforce decision-making, problem-solving, and self-advocacy skills to foster student independence and persistence.
Maintain current knowledge of curriculum changes, graduation or completion requirements, transfer articulations, and college policies and procedures, and clearly explain these to students.
Support students in planning for next steps after program completion considering options such as transfer planning, stackable credentials, apprenticeships, and additional career opportunities.
Support the recruitment of prospective CBE students by engaging with high schools, community organizations (including veterans organizations), and local employers through targeted events, presentations, and ongoing outreach.
Build awareness of competency based learning for members of the College community by facilitating informal discussions, educational workshops or presentations.
Use a team-based approach to improve policies, processes, services, and communication for students, as needed.
Participate in professional development and training to enhance professional skill sets and knowledge.
Collaborate with departments across the College and serve on committees as requested.
Uphold policies, procedures, and values of the College.
Execute other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Primary Contact

1725894511594

Nancy Creery

, Human Resources

Phone

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Fax

creeryn@nicc.edu

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Job Details

Categories

Education

Location

Peosta, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$47,300.00

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

Associates

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

1180

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260210

End Date

20260316

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Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region' residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs every year. NICC offers associate' degrees and general education courses that readily transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and state-of-the-art technology and lab areas that prepare students for high demand careers.

The College has two primary campuses in Peosta and Calmar, and seven service locations in Cresco, Dubuque, Manchester, New Hampton, Oelwein and Waukon, that offer convenient amenities, services, educational resources and computer labs for students.

As one of northeast Iowa' largest employers, the College employs 680 faculty and staff members, and the average tenure of all part-time and full-time faculty is 12 years.

At Northeast Iowa Community College, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of academic excellence and community empowerment. We are committed to cultivating an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

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