Academic Success Coordinator
Augusta University
Augusta, GA
Job posting number: #7290360 (Ref:ej-5760233)
Posted: October 28, 2024
Job Description
Academic Success Coordinator
Job ID: 278196
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University -
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
The Academic Success Coordinator will plan, develop, and manage the implementation and monitoring of tutoring and academic support programs related to math and the physical sciences in general education courses for the Academic Success Center (ASC) at Augusta University. The ASC is designed to support a range of students, from high achieving individuals to those experiencing temporary academic difficulties, as they seek to realize their academic potential. The Academic Success Coordinator will collaborate with faculty across campus to learn about academic content needs, integrate course requirements into the tutoring program, and provide students with effective tutoring and encouragement in lower-division math, biology, chemistry and physics courses. Programming responsibilities includes one-on-one peer tutoring, group tutoring, online tutoring modules, and supplemental instruction (SD. This position will also lead seminars and workshops, work with students one-on-one and in group settings, and provide coaching in life skills/academic success strategies.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
ENGAGE WITH STUDENTS TO SUPPORT THEIR ACADEMIC SUCCESS: Engage with students to support their academic success, meet one-on-one with students in assigned college to create success plans, track progress, and provide support. Host workshops on academic course content and success skills, such as study strategies and time management. Teach a one-hour credit course housed in the ASC as needed.
MANAGE THE ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAMMING IN DESIGNATED AREAS: Developing and maintaining academic support programming for a college, Implement effective processes for peer educators including recruitment, screening, orientations, pedagogical training programs, and professional development. Collaborate with unit staff to develop a comprehensive tutoring schedule each semester. Develop online education modules or support options as needed.
ENGAGE IN DATA COLLECTION AND DEVELOP PROGRESS REPORTS: Maintain data related to student enrollment, attendance, and retention and tracking of benchmarks for
program assessment. Creating regular reports on academic support services for an assigned college.
SUPPORT THE GOALS OF THE ASC THROUGHOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Support the goals of the ASC throughout the university by collaborating and communicating with faculty to ensure tutoring supports academic course content, arrange class-based workshops, and provide course learning assistants. Providing feedback and follow-up with faculty on student progress in conjunction with the ASC leadership. serving as liaison and collaborating with appropriate University programs, services, and organizations to develop programming to promote students' academic success.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree from accredited college or university in related field and two years of experience working with various student populations. MSc, MEd, MAT and equivalents accepted.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment and evaluation skills.
Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to recognize opportunities and experience in developing innovative
programs.
Flexible attitude and agile approach for a fast-paced work environment.
Experience with BANNER and student tracking software preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint or comparable software programs
Knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with various groups of staff
SKILLS
Demonstrated experience working with students for academic success
Demonstrated experience with teaching, pedagogy and pedagogical strategies
ABILITIES
Ability to follow directions, implement plans and then respond /follow up with FYE/SYE Director & Coordinator
Demonstrated ability in working as part of a team, establishing rapport and collaborating with a variety of organization stakeholders.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B8
Salary: $45,400 - $52,533
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 278196
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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