Supplemental Instruction Coordinator
About The Position
The Supplemental Instruction Coordinator manages Supplemental Instruction (SI) through UNCW's University Learning Center. Supplemental Instruction provides peer-led, course-specific academic support sessions for small and large groups. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Recruit, train, manage, supervise, and evaluate peer Supplemental Instruction Leaders (SILs). Revise and implement training curriculum based on standards from entities such as: International Center for Supplemental Instruction College Reading and Learning Association Collaborate with ULC program coordinators to ensure consistent and effective delivery of academic support services. Data entry, campus space scheduling, and other logistical tasks that support SI and ULC operations. Partner with ULC coordinators to deliver presentations and conduct campus-wide outreach. Implement assessment practices to measure SI program outcomes. Analyze course data (D/F/W rates and student feedback) to identify courses eligible for support. Stay updated on academic support trends, particularly group learning models (e.g. SI, Structured Learning Assistance, Peer Assisted Learning).
Requirements
- Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, a discipline supported by Supplemental Instruction, or in a related field.
- Experience in academic support, higher education, or related field.
- Experience teaching, supervising, and/or training students.
- Experience gained while pursuing degree(s) is acceptable.
- Knowledge of theories, models, and practices of learning, especially collaborative learning, is essential.
Nice To Haves
- PhD in Education, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
- Experience teaching in higher education.
- Knowledge of retention, persistence, and academic support theories and practices.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, manage, supervise, and evaluate peer Supplemental Instruction Leaders (SILs).
- Revise and implement training curriculum based on standards from entities such as: International Center for Supplemental Instruction College Reading and Learning Association
- Collaborate with ULC program coordinators to ensure consistent and effective delivery of academic support services.
- Data entry, campus space scheduling, and other logistical tasks that support SI and ULC operations.
- Partner with ULC coordinators to deliver presentations and conduct campus-wide outreach.
- Implement assessment practices to measure SI program outcomes.
- Analyze course data (D/F/W rates and student feedback) to identify courses eligible for support.
- Stay updated on academic support trends, particularly group learning models (e.g. SI, Structured Learning Assistance, Peer Assisted Learning).
Benefits
- Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance.
- Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire.
- Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
- Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.
- As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.
- We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
