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Academic Support Specialist

2 months ago

Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

About the Commonwealth of Virginia

Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

About James Madison University

James Madison University is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

Job Summary

The JMU Athletics Department is seeking Tutors to work in the office of Student Athlete Services for Fall/Spring 24/25. Tutors could be needed for all courses offered on campus, including but not limited to:

  • ACTG 244
  • AMST 200
  • ANTH 195, 196
  • ART 200
  • ARTH 205, 206
  • ASTR 120, 121
  • BIO 103, 140, 150, 240, 270, 280, 290
  • BUS 160
  • CHEM 120, 131, 132, 241, 242, 361
  • CIS all courses
  • COB 191, 202, 204, 218, 291, 300
  • COB 241, 242 and upper level
  • CS lower level
  • CSD 207, 208, 209, 300
  • ECON 200, 201 and upper level
  • ENG 221, 222, 235, 236, 239, 247, 248, 260
  • ENGR 101
  • FIN 345, 360 and upper level
  • FR 109, 231, 232, 300
  • GEOG 200
  • GEOL 102, 110, 115, 210, 211
  • HIST 101, 102, 150, 225
  • HTH 100, 210, 230, 231, 245, 255
  • HUM 200, 250, 251, 252
  • ISAT 113, 160, 151, 251
  • ISCI 101, 104, 171, 172
  • JUST 200, 210, 225
  • KIN 100, 201, 203, 302, 306
  • LAXC 252
  • MATH 103, 105, 155, 205, 231, 232, 235 and above
  • MATH 220
  • MATH 107, 108, 110, 111
  • MGT 305
  • MMKT 380
  • MUS 200
  • NUTR 280
  • PHIL 101, 120, 150
  • PHYS 121, 140, 150, 240, 250
  • POSC 200, 225
  • PPA 200
  • PSYC 101, 160, 210, 211
  • REL 101, 102
  • SCOM 121, 122, 123, 240, 241, 260, 280
  • SMAD 150, 201, 202 and upper level
  • SOCI 110, 140, 200 and upper level
  • SPAN 109, 231, 232 and upper level
  • SRM all courses
  • THEA 210
  • WGSS 200

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Meeting with student-athletes either virtually or in person for tutor sessions
  • Assisting student-athletes by explaining course content and offering study strategies and tips for appropriate tutorial support
  • Completing a meeting report for each session within 24 hours of the session
  • Completing a bi-monthly timesheet and tutor hour record report for each pay period

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • A B+ or higher in courses to be tutored
  • A letter of reference from a professor or former employer
  • Knowledge and confidence in ability to help and understanding of course content
  • Excellent communication skills and a patient, caring attitude
  • Ability to provide study assistance and assess needs and capabilities
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends
  • A respect for and ability to work with student-athletes from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds
  • Compliance with NCAA, University Honor Code, and FERPA guidelines

Conditions of Employment

The following conditions apply:

  • Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate)
  • Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA

Additional Posting Information

The following documents are required for application:

  • A copy of unofficial transcript
  • A list, including professor name, of courses you are willing and confident in your ability to tutor. Grade of B+ or higher required
  • A reference letter from a professor or former employer