Educational Opportunity Program Learning Specialist - Grant-Funded (PT)

Mohawk Valley Community College

8d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment. The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking an Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Learning Specialist in our Student Life division. The EOP Learning Specialist will work with EOP students individually and in small groups to assist students in enhancing their study skills, academic strategies, organization, and time management skills while sharing best practices that will illuminate their path to academic success. They will facilitate weekly group study sessions throughout the semester.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Development, Sociology, or Education or related field
One (1) year program experience in delivering academic support services
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
One (1) year of teaching experience
Experience with engaging a diverse population with their learning process

Responsibilities

Administers self-assessments and develops time management plans and individualized study plans
Develops academic success programming for students
Supports students who need additional support or who are not meeting the College’s academic expectations and plan individual and group meetings to assist them with getting back on track
Assesses student progress and reports to the Director
Facilitates study sessions
Collaborates with EOP staff to develop academic skills workshops
Other related duties as assigned by the Director