Academic Coordinator Senior

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Posted: 10-May-24

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative
Student Affairs/Services

Internal Number: 526511

Department Name: 1B140: Transformative Learning

Job Summary:

Transformative Learning (TL), housed in the Office for Student Success , is a centralized student support unit on campus, a student's one-stop shop for on-campus academic resources. The 3 main pillars of Transformative Learning are:
1. Academic Preparation & Achievement (APA) APA oversees placement testing, introductory courses such as UK 101/201 and specific programming/courses that support college readiness.
2. Integrated Success Coaching (ISC)ISC oversees the individual and group coaching services for undergraduate and graduate students in addition to leading the International Coach Federation Accredited Coach Training.
3. Peer Supported Learning (PSL) PSL oversees peer-to-peer academic support programming. These supports include The Study (provides drop-in peer tutoring for math, science and business courses), Presentation U: Speaking & Writing Center (provides peer tutoring for communication and composition assignments for any class) and Supplemental Instruction (peer lead study groups for some of UK's most challenging courses).
TL is currently seeking an Assistant Director for Peer Tutoring to provide leadership for The Study and Presentation U: Speaking and Writing Center. Under the direction of the Associate Director for Transformative Learning, the Assistant Director will work to implement best practices in academic support services, foster a collaborative learning environment, and engage in strategic planning in order to grow and develop TL's peer tutoring services. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, a high degree of attention to detail, and exceptional critical thinking skills. The primary responsibility of the Assistant Director include:
· Provide leadership and programmatic support for the growth and development of The Study and Presentation U peer tutoring services
· Supervision of student staff such as teaching assistant(s), student program coordinator(s), and peer tutor(s) including hiring, training, scheduling, observations, and performance evaluations.
· Fostering campus partnerships and support of campus-wide initiatives
· On-site supervision of peer tutoring services
· Assist in budget oversight, strategic planning, and assessment/reporting as related to peer tutoring services

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

· A demonstrated track record of helping students to succeed, particularly Underrepresented Populations (including but not limited to minorities, people with disabilities, & veterans) and First-Generation college students.
· Excellent executive functioning skills such as time management, listening, communication, data collection, evaluation and analysis.
· Able to be self-guided in project work as well as enjoy working in team setting.
· Role models empathy, trustworthiness, and compassion

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

MA

Required Related Experience:

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

None.

Preferred Education/Experience:

3 years student success experience preferred . Applicants should possess a MA or MS in Education, Higher Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or similar field.

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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