Learning Support Specialist - Radiologic Technologist
About The Position
The Learning Support Specialist supports academic success and skill development across the College and the broader health system. The role provides individual and group learning support, reinforces course content, and helps students build study, problem-solving, and foundational skills. It also supports hands-on learning in skills and simulation labs by helping maintain an organized, prepared, student-centered environment. The position aims to help students become confident, independent learners while supporting faculty in delivering high-quality educational experiences. The position is per diem, as needed, at the College of Health Careers in Rochester, New York. Work may be scheduled anytime between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Technology.
- ARRT certification in Radiography.
- New York State Radiologic Technologist License.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a clinical, laboratory, or academic support setting.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to build rapport with diverse learners.
- Sound judgment, adaptability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of tutoring best practices, learning support strategies, and basic laboratory procedures.
- Ability to create a positive, student-centered environment and model professionalism and ethical practice.
Responsibilities
- Provide subject-specific support through scheduled and drop-in tutoring sessions.
- Clarify and reinforce classroom concepts and assist students with problem-solving, application, and study strategies.
- Tailor support to diverse learning styles, backgrounds, and student needs.
- Assess understanding through questioning and active listening, and guide students toward independent mastery.
- Help students strengthen critical thinking, organization, and academic confidence.
- Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
- Refer students to academic, personal, or community resources as appropriate.
- Assist faculty with preparing, organizing, and maintaining lab spaces, equipment, manikins, and instructional materials.
- Support students during open lab hours by guiding practice and helping them navigate equipment and learning tools, without evaluative assistance.
- Clarify lab concepts and practice activities in alignment with course objectives.
- Ensure lab equipment and supplies are properly stored, maintained, clean, and functional.
- Assist with setup and breakdown for simulation and skills-based learning activities.
- Engage in professional development to enhance tutoring effectiveness, cultural competence, and laboratory support skills.
- Use feedback and reflective practice to improve performance.
- Model professional behavior, effective communication, and collaborative team engagement.
- Support the College’s mission to develop workforce-ready healthcare professionals through academic and experiential learning.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
