Urgently Need Part Time Learning Specialist/Academic Coach in Centre County, PA

Job title: Part Time Learning Specialist/Academic Coach Company: Pennsylvania State University Job description: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Academic Support Center at Penn State Mont Alto is seeking applicants for a part-time professional learning specialist/academic coach. The position will be responsible for the delivery of academic support and retention support to specialized student population groups (i.e. First-gen, student athletes, academically at-risk) individualized and personalized programs of academic self-improvement and in classroom workshops. Meet with students regularly as part of their prescribed needs; maintain one-to-one relationships through effectively organized contact management and open communication. Interact with faculty, advisors, and student service programs. This part-time position is funded for 10-15 hours per week (contingent on student demand) available to work the 2023-2024 academic year. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, human development family studies, sociology-related fields.

• Experience with developing and provided presentations/trainings in small groups.
• Experience working with students from a variety of backgrounds.

Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate coursework in any of the before mentioned related fields.
• Completed postsecondary coursework in developmental psychology.
• Experience teaching or tutoring in higher education.
• Experience with remote/virtual teaching or tutoring. Note: This position is not remote, however, they may work tutoring students in a remote atmosphere.

This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

• FBI Criminal Background Check

This is a part-time working 10-15 hours per week during the academic year and limited hours during the summer months. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to the health of our local and global communities. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to comply with COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements. Click on to learn about the requirements as well as general COVID-19 information at Penn State. Mont Alto, PA Expected salary: Location: Centre County, PA Apply Job!