Student Development Specialist (Temp)

Georgia State University • Decatur, GA

14h

About The Position

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the internal and external community we serve! The Mathematics Department at Perimeter College is seeking to hire a Student Development Specialist (Temp) to support the Perimeter College campuses. WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE? Flexible work environment. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting. WHAT WILL YOU DO: The Student Development Specialist (Temp) works as part of the Mathematics Department to assist students and faculty in effective use of classroom/laboratory resources in Corequisite courses for Introductory Mathematics Classes. In addition, the Student Development Specialist (Temp) will conduct workshops, track student progress, provide academic tutorial services, study sessions, and supplemental instruction for students. Occasional travel to satellite campus (Clarkston, Decatur, and Dunwoody). The position requires competence in the basics of mathematics (GPA of 3.0 in the mathematics courses), successful completion of college mathematics classes including college algebra, elementary statistics, and Pre-calculus, good communication skills, computer literacy, and a willingness to work with others and complete on-the-job training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or a high school or GED and six years of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• competence in the basics of mathematics (GPA of 3.0 in the mathematics courses)
• successful completion of college mathematics classes including college algebra, elementary statistics, and Pre-calculus
• good communication skills
• computer literacy
• a willingness to work with others and complete on-the-job training

Responsibilities

• assist students and faculty in effective use of classroom/laboratory resources in Corequisite courses for Introductory Mathematics Classes
• conduct workshops
• track student progress
• provide academic tutorial services
• study sessions
• supplemental instruction for students
• Occasional travel to satellite campus (Clarkston, Decatur, and Dunwoody)

Benefits

• Flexible work environment.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees