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$59k–$65k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Health insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off
Posted 7d ago
Apply by Jan 31
~38 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Academic Support Specialist designs and delivers customized lesson plans and workshops while managing a caseload of students to provide academic coaching and resource referrals. They also collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain academic support platforms and represent the department in various campus committees.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a college degree and 2-5 years of relevant work experience in an academic or student-facing role. Proficiency in higher education technological platforms and a strong understanding of student learning differences are essential.
Full job description
Department
College Academic Resource Center
About the Department
College Academic Resource Center
Job Summary
Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Academic Support Services, the Academic Support Specialist provides UChicago undergraduates with the subject matter skill development and academic support needed to thrive in related coursework. The Academic Support Specialist plays an instrumental role in positioning the Academic Resource Center (ARC) as a trusted partner for students, faculty, and staff in the College, relaying timely and accurate information to the appropriate parties so they can succeed in their respective roles.
Responsibilities
Designs and delivers engaging, customized lesson plans and workshops for undergraduates needing academic skill development and support.
Meets regularly with students facing academic difficulties in a variety of forms, including but not limited to, students on academic probation or encountering academic challenges while pursuing their coursework in the College.
Receives and provides referrals between campus partners, addressing each student’s unique needs.
Demonstrates an institutional commitment to forwarding a culture of growth mindset, addressing structural equity gaps in education, and implementing the tools necessary to embrace the spectrum of student learning differences present on campus.
Assists in the implementation and maintenance of platforms, reports, webpages, and training materials related to academic support services.
Manages a caseload of academic coaching students to ensure student’s receive timely follow-ups and resource referrals.
Collaborates with colleagues effectively with the goal of collectively providing a high-quality experience for students in the College.
Represents the office on committees, at meetings, and during events as needed.
Assists in the overall successful operations of the department.
Advises students with minor academic difficulties and counseling while responding to queries from faculty, staff and parents.
Keeps records of student degree programs and notes on student conversations.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree in a related field.
Subject matter expertise in the Humanities, arts, and social sciences or the physical sciences, especially physics, mathematics, or computer science preferred.
Experience:
3-5 years of experience in higher education, with emphasis on student-facing responsibilities and academic support.
Teaching, including working with students individually within an academic setting.
Background in lesson-planning, curriculum design, or supplemental and co-curricular instruction
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Thorough understanding of student confidentiality under FERPA guidelines and overall familiarity with risk assessment practices.
Working knowledge of a variety of technological platforms utilized in higher education, including but not limited to, academic/student information systems and learning management systems.
Proficiency utilizing a variety of office resources, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe, Box, Google Drive, and Workday.
Familiarity with research-based approaches to time management, organization, overcoming procrastination, and learning strategies in higher education.
Proficiency collecting and interpreting data on a frequent basis, while troubleshooting and recalibrating as needed to uphold data integrity.
Preferred Competencies
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Sound reasoning, problem solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
Intercultural competence and demonstrated equitable and inclusive mindset.
Work collaboratively, professionally, and effectively with supervisor, colleagues, and other partners for sustained periods of time.
Lead and/or initiate in a variety of contexts.
Self-starter disposition, with the capacity to navigate available resources and discern when to consult others.
Successfully manage concurrent projects and meet competing deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing/proofreading ability.
Working Conditions
Fast-paced office environment.
Hybrid work schedule.
Occasional evening and weekend work.
Sit at a computer for 4-6 hours.
Limited travel for meetings and/or trainings.
Periodic walking to other campus locations.
Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter, which is to include your interest in this position (required)
References Contact Information (3) (required)
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Job Family
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$58,656.00 - $65,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in theBenefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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