Learning Specialist

1 week ago

Salt Lake, Utah, United States University of Utah Full time
University of Utah

Learning Specialist

Salt Lake City ,

Utah

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Business hours; flexible. Hybrid work arrangements are available.
VP Area

U of U Health - Academics
Department

Academic Success Program
Location

Campus
City

Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment

External Posting
Pay Rate Range

$50,000/annually
Close Date
Open Until Filled

Yes
Job Summary

The Academic Success Program with the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine ( SFESOM ) provides a comprehensive approach to medical student success.

Our staff is committed to supporting University of Utah medical students by providing academic mentoring, tutoring services, workshops, and learning resources.

The Learning Specialist will meet individually with students to provide information and guidance in academic-related issues, facilitate student progress, and help them improve their learning and development.

The Learning Specialist will ensure individual learning goals are met, provide opportunities for self-directed learning and will plan and implement programs that facilitate medical student success.

Our generous University staff benefits package includes but is not limited to: health care and dental plan options, tuition reduction, UTA pass (Bus, TRAX , & FrontRunner), paid holidays, paid leave time, employer and employee paid retirement, and more
Responsibilities
This position will be a student-facing position, with limited administrative duties or expectations.

Meets with students 1-on-1 (with a caseload of approximately 45 per class) to discuss study strategies, test-taking strategies, and other learning skills to help them meet their goals.

Develops and presents education programs designed to supplement and enhance academic preparedness.

Will work with the Academic Success Program team to ensure unit goals are achieved with respect to student success through all Phases of the curriculum, and on national board exams.

The incumbent will serve as the liaison to the Center for Disability and Access ( CDA ) and the Office of Equal Opportunity ( OEO ) and manage student referrals to CDA .

Oversees implementation process for student accommodations.

Will assist in the development and implementation of an Individual Academic Success Learning Plan for any student who requires remediation in any given course.

In conjunction with the Academic Success Program team, will review student performance and utilize a data-driven decision-making approach to identify student academic needs and to assist students achieve academic potential.

Serve on SFESOM and university-wide committees aimed at student learning and development.

Approximate breakdown of responsibilities: 50% student meetings; 20% student, faculty, and staff communication; 10% accommodations; and 20% other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Two years of direct academic advising experience
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Master's degree in Education, Educational Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Ethnic Studies, Psychology, or a related area
Strong communication and counseling skills
Experience with working with high-achieving students at the college or graduate/professional school level
Understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ) and experience in the student accommodations process.
Ability to work as part of a team in determining student needs
Commitment to and ability to work with diverse students from underrepresented populations in higher education
Experience in standardized test-taking skills, time management, learning skills, and critical thinking
Strong understanding of self-directed learning and pedagogical development theories
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS").

Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).

Contact Human Resources at for information.

Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at or or University Human Resource Management at if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.

The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA).

More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

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They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah.

A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

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