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Building Stronger Educators for Student Success

The importance of student success in higher education is a key focus for higher education professionals, who provide essential support to help students achieve academic success. Our platform provides educators with the tools and network they need to enhance student success.

Our Mission and Vision

Our mission is to establish a robust and interconnected communication network for academic coaches, tutors, and administrators who are committed to enhancing student achievement. We aim to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among educational professionals to enhance their effectiveness.

ACTP supports this mission by offering a variety of professional development programs specifically designed for higher education student success professionals. We provide engaging pre-conference workshops, an annual conference, and certification opportunities.

ACTP celebrates the expertise and dedication of higher education success specialists. Our programs are an excellent way to enhance skills and stay up-to-date on best practices in coaching, tutoring, and student success.

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Leadership and Governance

ACTP is led by experts from a wide range of educational sectors, focusing on academic coaching, tutoring, and professional development. Our leadership team ensures that all programs and certifications are in line with the latest educational trends, while our commitment to branded educational apparel helps create a sense of community among educators.

The Association for the Coaching and Tutoring Profession Leadership

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Dr. Jack Truschel

President
Founder, CLADEA Fellow

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Pinder Naidu (Emeritus)

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Jan Hoffman

Academic Coaching Certification
East Stroudsburg University

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Veronica Sheehan

Public Relations
Kennesaw State University

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Dale Mommer

Tutor Certification
University of Idaho

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Ray Sanchez

Tutor Certification
Madera Community College

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Membership Benefits

Join our membership to enjoy access to a variety of professional development workshops and certification programs. Members also receive exclusive discounts on branded educational apparel, making it easy to represent their commitment to academic excellence. Networking opportunities and leadership roles are also available to members seeking further growth within the profession.