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Elevate (IPSE) Independent Living Coach - Off Campus

North Carolina State University

$4,000 stipend per academic year, Scholarship up to $16,500 to support living expenses associated with the position

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 14, 2026

Position Information

Posting Number	PG196298TM
Position Number	13JGM66
Position Type	Temporary
Essential Job Duties	Overview of the College of Education: As one of the nation's top-ranked colleges of education, NC State's College of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good.T he college's faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. About two-thirds of the faculty are grant active. They are engaged in over 225 active projects totaling $151 million, making them the most productive in terms of research activity compared with other colleges of education in North Carolina and among the Top 5% in the nation. In FY24, the college's research expenditures exceeded $20 million.The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master's degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The College of Education is also home to the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research, the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Elevate, NC State's integrated postsecondary education program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina. Elevate, NC State's integrated postsecondary education program, accepted its first cohort of students in Spring 2025. Administratively housed in the Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences in the College of Education, Elevate is a university-wide initiative designed for North Carolina residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities ( IDD) and offers educational credentials, such as certificates. The program focuses on five pillars of success: academics, employment, personal development, independent living and social engagement. Primary purpose of this position: The Independent Living Coach serves as a role model and guide to developing independent living skills for NC State students in the Elevate program. Independent Living Coaches provide individualized support to Elevate students living near campus through one-on-one and communal dialogues. Furthermore, they support all Elevate students through the development and facilitation of independent living skill development workshops. Independent Living Coaches work in close collaboration with Elevate staff to monitor Elevate students' needs, goals, and skillset development. Hours worked will include days, evenings and weekends, as needed; however, they will coordinate with fellow Independent Living Coaches and Property Management Staff, as needed. Off-campus Independent Living Coaches may also collaborate and communicate with on campus services-including Facilities Management, Dining, Transportation, Student Health, and Campus Safety to support a positive experience for Elevate students on campus. Job Duties/Key responsibilities Community Living & Support (60%) Foster the development of individualized daily, weekly, and monthly routines for Elevate students living in Elevate supported off campus housing Work with Elevate students and Elevate staff to establish and monitor progress on short-term and long-term independent living goals. Assist Elevate students with independently implementing time management and wellness practices Support Elevate students with identifying and planning engagements with campus and community activities Promote Elevate students' conflict resolution skills as needed Help students understand and adhere to safety and emergency protocols and procedures as directed by property management and NC State University Communicate concerns, including Facilities issues or crisis response needs to property management staff, Elevate staff, and/or emergency personnel as appropriate Mentorship & Engagement (20%) Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with Elevate students living in Elevate supported off-campus housing Assist students in navigating community spaces and social opportunities Encourage the development of independent living skills through workshops and individualized mentorship in collaboration with on-campus Independent Living Coaches and Elevate staff Develop positive interpersonal relationships with Elevate students Administrative & Team Responsibilities (20%) Participate in team meetings and training sessions with Elevate team members Complete administrative responsibilities supporting the department's operations as identified to sustain accurate reporting and records. Understand and follow protocols to assist students with accessing appropriate housing and independent living resources Support planning and implementing events associated with campus and community partners Other duties as assigned Note: This position is open only to currently enrolled NC State students who are in good academic standing. The selected Residential Mentor is required to reside in off-campus housing from August 10, 2027 through May 15, 2028. As a condition of the role, the Residential Mentor must commit to living (including signing a lease) in the same off-campus community as Elevate-supported housing.
Is Time Limited	Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length	August 10, 2027 -May 15th, 2028
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	Note: This position is open only to currently enrolled NC State students who are in good academic standing. The selected Residential Mentor is required to reside in off-campus housing from August 10, 2027 through May 15, 2028. As a condition of the role, the Residential Mentor must commit to living (including signing a lease) in the same off-campus community as Elevate-supported housing.

Department Information

Job City & State	Raleigh, NC
Department	IPSE's Elevate Program

System Information

Classification Title	Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title	Elevate (IPSE) Independent Living Coach - Off Campus

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule	Schedule: 20 hours a week, must live in residence
Other Work/Responsibilities	Note: This position is open only to currently enrolled NC State students who are in good academic standing. The selected Residential Mentor is required to reside in off-campus housing from August 10, 2027 through May 15, 2028. As a condition of the role, the Residential Mentor must commit to living (including signing a lease) in the same off-campus community as Elevate-supported housing. Job Duties/Key responsibilities Community Living & Support (60%) Foster the development of individualized daily, weekly, and monthly routines for Elevate students living in Elevate supported off campus housing Work with Elevate students and Elevate staff to establish and monitor progress on short-term and long-term independent living goals. Assist Elevate students with independently implementing time management and wellness practices Support Elevate students with identifying and planning engagements with campus and community activities Promote Elevate students' conflict resolution skills as needed Help students understand and adhere to safety and emergency protocols and procedures as directed by property management and NC State University Communicate concerns, including Facilities issues or crisis response needs to property management staff, Elevate staff, and/or emergency personnel as appropriate Mentorship & Engagement (20%) Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with Elevate students living in Elevate supported off-campus housing Assist students in navigating community spaces and social opportunities Encourage the development of independent living skills through workshops and individualized mentorship in collaboration with on-campus Independent Living Coaches and Elevate staff Develop positive interpersonal relationships with Elevate students Administrative & Team Responsibilities (20%) Participate in team meetings and training sessions with Elevate team members Complete administrative responsibilities supporting the department's operations as identified to sustain accurate reporting and records. Understand and follow protocols to assist students with accessing appropriate housing and independent living resources Support planning and implementing events associated with campus and community partners Other duties as assigned Job duties/description of work: Compliance Expectations Participate in all required training associated with FERPA, the Clery Act, and Title IX Comply with privacy protocols as identified by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Complete all reporting responsibilities identified by Title IX, including any crimes or incidents of sex discrimination of which they are made aware.
Minimum Experience/Education	Minimum Experience/Qualifications: Commitment to residing (signing a lease) in the same off-campus community as Elevate supported off-campus housing within 1 mile of campus Commitment to student-centered work Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills Proficiency with email, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual communication platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams Ability to respond to urgent or emergent situations with professionalism and care Experience serving as a peer mentor Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of employment and maintenance throughout duration of employment Enrolled in at least 12 (undergrad) or 9 (grad) credit hours each semester Ability to be endorsed for employment by NC State's Human Resources after completing a criminal background check University Disciplinary Charges or Sanctions: Individuals are not eligible for employment if, at the time of the employment offer, at the start of employment, and during employment: The student is on Academic Integrity Probation for less than one complete Fall or Spring semester related to academic misconduct under the Code of Student Conduct; The student is found Responsible for any non-academic violation under the Code of Student Conduct, including University Housing's Community Standards.
Department Required Skills	Job duties/description of work: Compliance Expectations Participate in all required training associated with FERPA, the Clery Act, and Title IX Comply with privacy protocols as identified by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Complete all reporting responsibilities identified by Title IX, including any crimes or incidents of sex discrimination of which they are made aware. Must be available to work August 12, 2027-May 15th, 2028
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Preferred Experience/Qualifications: Experience with disability communities Proficiency with documentation and digital communication tools such as GroupMe, When2Work, or Equip templated reporting systems Workshop/ instruction development and facilitation
Required License or Certification	N.A
Valid NC Driver's License required?	No
Commercial Driver's License Required?	No

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range	$4,000 stipend per academic year, Scholarship up to $16,500 to support living expenses associated with the position

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date	11/13/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/237398

EEO

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