Academic Specialist, Mathematics

Pitt Community College•Main Campus, NC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Academic Specialist, Mathematics serves as a member of the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) team and is responsible for designing, implementing, and delivering comprehensive academic support services that promote student persistence, academic achievement, retention, graduation, and successful transfer to four-year institutions. This position collaborates closely with program administrators, faculty, the Coordinator of Developmental Mathematics, and campus stakeholders to develop innovative strategies that address the academic and personal success needs of first-generation, low-income, and students with disabilities. The Academic Specialist provides individualized academic advising, mentoring, tutoring, instructional support, and success coaching to program participants while serving as the program's primary mathematics content expert. The position is responsible for developing and facilitating academic success workshops, coordinating mathematics support initiatives, monitoring participant academic progress, and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with U.S. Department of Education TRIO regulations. In addition to TRIO responsibilities, the Academic Specialist teaches up to two developmental mathematics courses annually (Fall and Spring semesters), utilizing evidence-based instructional practices designed to improve student learning outcomes and college readiness. The TRIO Student Support Services Program is federally funded by the U.S. Department of Education through a five-year grant cycle. This position is contingent upon annual reauthorization of federal funds. Continued employment is subject to the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education; OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with 18 semester hours in Mathematics or Mathematics Education
At least two (2) years of teaching experience in mathematics
At least two (2) years of experience working with low-income/first-generation students
At least two (2) years of experience advising or counseling individuals toward degree completion
Ability to network and collaborate with campus stakeholders in support of program goals and objectives.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, often ambitious/demanding environment while maintaining agreed-upon work schedules and deliverables.
Ability to interpret and evaluate theories of the field or discipline taught.
Ability to provide high-touch outreach and development of program participants.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with program participants and liaisons
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present information effectively in group settings and one-on-one interactions.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
Cultural sensitivity and awareness of the challenges faced by individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive academic support, success coaching, and individualized learning strategies to TRIO participants.
Tutor students in mathematics and STEM-related courses using evidence-based tutoring techniques that promote academic confidence and achievement.
Conduct individualized academic assessments to identify learning barriers and develop personalized intervention strategies.
Monitor participant academic performance and implement proactive interventions for students experiencing academic difficulty.
Assist participants in developing effective study habits, time management skills, goal setting, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Collaborate with participants to develop individualized academic success plans that support persistence and degree completion.
Conduct intake interviews and orientation for newly accepted participants based on assigned caseload.
Support participant retention, persistence, graduation, and transfer initiatives through continuous case management and student engagement.
Design, coordinate, and facilitate engaging academic success workshops that address topics including: Mathematics Success, College Success Strategies, Learning Strategies, Academic Technology
Evaluate workshop effectiveness through participant feedback and assessment data to continuously improve programming.
Teach up to two developmental mathematics courses annually in accordance with institutional policies and curriculum requirements.
Routinely monitor and support operations within the TRIO Learning and Tutoring Commons.
Promote utilization of tutoring services and supplemental academic resources.
Maintain complete and accurate participant records in accordance with federal TRIO regulations.
Utilize Blumen, Watermark, Live Excel reports, Microsoft 365, and other institutional technologies to document services and evaluate participant outcomes.
Collect, analyze, and report participant data related to tutoring utilization, workshop attendance, advising contacts, academic progress, persistence, and graduation.
Ensure all documentation meets U.S. Department of Education reporting requirements and institutional standards.
Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and institutional policies.
Serve on institutional committees and workgroups as assigned.
Represent the TRIO Program professionally throughout the college and community.
Remain current in mathematics education, student success research, TRIO regulations,
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of TRIO Programs