Graduate Assistant: Academic Success Coach

3 weeks ago

Worcester, United States Assumption University Full time

Graduate Assistant: Academic Success Coach

Category: Staff Subscribe: Department: Academic Support Center Locations: Worcester, MA Posted: Apr 4, 2024 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Part-time Position ID: 174373 About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, private Catholic liberal arts institution with 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students, sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages people of color and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

The University is in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that "combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city."

Job Description:

BASIC PURPOSE: In support of the mission of the University, the Academic Success Coach helps undergraduate students develop skills, behaviors and habits that contribute to success at the University. These include academic goal setting, learning strategies, time management and organization, self-regulation, and self-efficacy.

STATUS: This is a 20 hour per week, 40 week/year position from August 15 - May 15. In addition to an hourly wage, compensation also includes tuition remission for an Assumption University graduate program. Tuition coverage includes 3 courses (9 credit hours) during the fall and spring semesters and 2 courses (6 credit hours) for the one summer semester or a total of 8 courses (24 credits) per year (fees not included). Courses are not covered for the 2nd summer of assistantship. Position starts August 15, 2024.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* Foster persistence and graduation of undergraduate students who are on Academic Warning, Probation or Conditional Enrollment.
* Help first-year students transition from High School to Higher Education.
* Provide instruction on general study skills such as time management, effective note taking, reading and writing strategies, and test preparation/test taking strategies and empower students to become more proactive learners.
* Monitor progress of students in caseload with check-ins, scheduled meetings and/or proactive outreach and communication, responding to student questions, concerns, and needs.
* Prepares students for faculty advising meetings and course selection, reviews all course syllabi, tracks grades throughout the semester, and refers students to peer tutors, professor office hours, counseling services, accessibility services or other areas as needed.
* Maintain confidentiality of students in caseload, University databases and reports.
* Maintain accurate data points and statistics for students served.
* Facilitate academically focused workshops offered by the Academic Support Center.
* Participate in tutor trainings each semester to understand the role of the Academic Support Center in the success of assigned students.
* Meet regularly with The Director and Associate Director of the Academic Support Center.
* Serve as a member of the Status Support Team, meeting monthly to monitor student progress.
* Perform other job-related duties, as assigned.

Requirements:

* Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.
* Bachelor's Degree required.
* Must be accepted into and enrolled as current graduate student at Assumption University in good academic standing.
* Possess extraordinary interpersonal skills to provide an empathetic and an individualized approach, as well as excellent written and verbal communications skills.
* The ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and maturity in handling sensitive information, student interaction, and community relations.
* A commitment to student development within the context of a population inclusive of racial, ethnic, cultural, and economic difference.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills; a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
* Knowledge of WebAdvisor and Brightspace preferred.

Additional Information:

SCOPE:

* Interacts on a frequent, daily basis with students, and as necessary with faculty and administrators.
* Work typically between 9:00AM and 5:00PM, however some evening and weekends as needed for department events, presentations, or other University events.

COMPENSATION:

* Position includes Graduate Tuition Remission for 3 courses (9 credit hours) during the fall and spring semesters and 2 courses (6 credit hours) for the one summer semester or a total of 8 courses (24 credits) per year (fees not included). Courses are not covered for the 2nd summer of assistantship. Must be enrolled at Assumption University.
* Cannot be combined with another part-time job at Assumption.
* Does not include room and board.
* No Health Benefits or Retirement Benefits.
* Unpaid Student Vacation Schedule

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.

Thank you

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