Academic Support Specialist II

University of Louisville • Louisville, KY

9d • $50,000

About The Position

The University of Louisville is seeking to hire an Academic Support Specialist II. This position serves as an instructor and academic coach for GEN 103/104: Special Topics in College Mathematics intervention courses. They will provide logistical support for all GEN 103/104 courses and assist with the management of the Math Resource Center (MRC), Speed Tutoring Center, Emporium Math Lab (EML), and all other classroom locations for GEN 103/104 and Math Resources summer programs. Position will be responsible for planning, development, and implementation of summer bridge programs for undergraduate students. They will also maintain Math Resources and summer program data to assist with annual reports on the effectiveness of programs and services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive mathematics coursework or major required at the undergraduate level (Mathematics, Math Education, Engineering)
• Knowledge of/experience using mathematics software used in college or high school settings
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• 2 years of related work experience: teaching mathematics in college or in secondary education (high school), tutoring of mathematics in college or high school, and/or instructional work in teaching/tutoring mathematics to college-age or pre-college age students (e.g., summer bridge programs or college preparatory programs).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree (in Mathematics, Math Education, Engineering)
• Professional experience in a university learning center
• Supervisory experience with college-age students
• Management and facilitation of summer bridge programs
• MS Office Suite
• Supervision of college students
• Classroom mathematics instructional experience
• In-depth knowledge of postsecondary education and student development
• Analysis and data reporting skills
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary instructor for REACH intervention courses, Special Topics in College Mathematics (GEN 103 and GEN 104). Teaches an estimated 8-10 sections of GEN 103/104 per academic year. Conducts class sessions, tracks student attendance, supervises tutors working with students during these sessions, reviews individual students' testing and progress records.
• Serves as an academic coach for students enrolled in GEN 103 and GEN 104. Reviews individual GEN 103/104 students' testing and progress records and conducts individual conferences with students outside of scheduled class times to encourage academic success, discuss soft skills (such as time management and study strategies), and develop plans of action, as needed.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Director for GEN 103/104 to provide logistical support for all GEN 103/104 sections (e.g. preparing data for annual report and updating course materials, course documents, and software).
• Serves as a mentor to 2-3 graduate assistants each semester who work as recitation leaders for GEN 103/104. Responsibilities include holding weekly meetings to discuss student progress, conducting performance observations, and assisting with graduate student training and professional development each year.
• Provides management and support for the MRC, Speed Tutoring Center, and GEN 103/104 classrooms (Emporium Math Lab, Mobile Chromebook Classroom, and additional locations). Assists with interviewing, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating graduate and undergraduate tutors. Assists with staffing the MRC, Speed Tutoring Center, GEN 103/104 classrooms during all hours of operation (fills in for instructors/GSAs or serves as a tutor when necessary). Maintains a student-friendly staff and learning environment.
• Oversee at least one summer bridge program offered through REACH Math Resources. Updates program materials, documents, and software as needed; manages registration, testing, and marketing; and provides program instruction. Assists with planning and operating other REACH mathematics summer bridge programs and supports program evaluation, data collection, and annual reporting.
• Assists in the general planning of services for REACH mathematics, attends the GEN 103/104 weekly staff meetings, Instructional Team meetings, and may serve as a liaison for Math Resources to the UofL faculty who teach courses served by the MRC and summer bridge programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level