Require Learning Specialist Coordinator in Oxford, OH

Job title: Learning Specialist Coordinator
Company: Miami University
Job description: Job Title: Learning Specialist Coordinator
Salary/Grade:

$43,000
Hours Per Week:

40
Job Summary:

The Learning Specialist Coordinator is responsible for implementing academic support and services for students in the areas of effective learning strategies and to offer leadership and coordination of at least one of our support initiatives (e.g. teaching, Supplemental Instruction, virtual resources). As a Learning Specialist the position provides direct service to students through individualized academic counseling with a focus on learning, time management, and organization strategies; advising and mentoring to special student populations; instruction through online and face-to-face support courses; content specific tutoring; college transitions; navigating the university system; and self-advocacy. As a Coordinator the position administers, coordinates, monitors, and assesses a center-wide program and/or initiative. Coordination could include supervision and training of undergraduate and graduate staff.

Duties/Physical Demands:

Provide individual academic counseling/coaching for students experiencing academic difficulty.
Teach study strategies courses and other support courses as needed.
Manage daily operations for one or more office wide support initiatives. This includes troubleshooting and resolving conflicts.
Where appropriate, hire, train and supervise student staff.
Participate in professional and campus activities and research related to academic support and learning strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in education, educational psychology, student affairs, counseling, social work, or related field; AND two years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong skills to effectively communicate information to multiple audiences (i.e. students, faculty, parents, and other helping professionals).
Predisposition toward stewardship and collaboration, within and across the Division of Student Life.
An inclination toward and ability to define goals and assess outcomes.
A service orientation and a commitment to working in a team.
A willingness to adjust to and seek out and initiate change in the quest for continuous improvement.
Facility with new and changing technologies.

Diversity Statement:

is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

For more information on Miami University's diversity initiatives, please visit the webpage. For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the webpage.
EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to or 513-529-3560.

As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: , which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223.
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Benefits Eligible:

Yes

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

For questions regarding reasonable accommodations for disabilities, or to follow-up with a request, please contact [email protected] or (513) 529-3560.

Advertised: 14 Sep 2023 Eastern Daylight Time

This Organization Participates in E-Verify.
Expected salary: $43000 per year
Location: Oxford, OH

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