Academic Services Administrator for Supplemental Instruction

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati puts education into action, ranking among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls the most ambitious campus design program in the country.

 

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ABOUT THE LEARNING COMMONS

The Learning Commons provides free centralized academic support for all University of Cincinnati students. We bring together faculty, best-practices in teaching and learning, and hundreds of outstanding peer educators to create flexible academic success programming. Each year more than 6,000 students take advantage of Learning Commons programs to build confidence, integrate on campus, and master challenging course content.

JOB OVERVIEW

As the Academic Services Administrator for Supplemental Instruction (SI), you will coordinate the SI program and collaborate with other academic support services staff and faculty to promote student success on campus, as well as oversee accreditation for the SI program with the International Center for Supplemental Instruction. The SI program seeks to provide learning opportunities for students in historically difficult courses, characterized by a high rate of D, F grades and withdrawals. The SI is offered to large-enrollment foundational courses in several sciences, Political Science, and Medical Sciences.  SI leaders facilitate weekly review sessions using active learning strategies to create a collaborative learning environment for all students who want to improve their understanding of the course material and improve their grades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

*Recruit, hire, train, and supervise student staff, including Mentors and Student Coordinators. *Develop and assess training for new hires and returning student employees. *In conjunction with position supervisor, develop program objectives and corresponding program assessment. Collect and monitor program data, track weekly usage, identify problems and solutions, develop clear goals and action steps for program enhancement. *Manage online platforms for services including Learning Management System (LMS), scheduling, video conferencing, and tutoring platforms. *Participate in Learning Commons departmental committees called Goal Teams and assist with projects and initiatives. *Oversee student staff timekeeping, track and forecast program budgets, and implement program decisions based on budget forecasts. *Educate, communicate, liaise, and perform outreach about Learning Commons initiatives to relevant departments, faculty, staff, and campus partners. *May supervise a graduate assistant; assist with and promote the Learning Commons through New Student Orientation; hold an additional responsibility in any area supporting the Learning Commons, Peer Education Network, university service committees, etc.; collaborate with faculty and campus partners to create course content.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of related experience, including experience related to undergraduate or graduate work.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED

Master's degree

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

*Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified applicants must apply online. In addition to completing the online application, applicants must include the following:

*Cover Letter *Please use the additional documents feature as needed for these items.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

*Competitive salary range of $40,000 - $42,500 dependent on the candidate's experience. *Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. *Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. *Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. *Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. *Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. *Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a CONTRIBUTION TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION statement.

 

THE UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / MINORITY / FEMALE / DISABILITY / VETERAN.

 

REQ: 82642 

 

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