General Learning Specialist - University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - Milwaukee, WI
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Company: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
General Learning Specialist
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Position Number: 02264137
Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Job Summary
The School of Nursing Retention Specialist (General Learning Specialist) is responsible for overseeing retention efforts for students, focusing specifically on academic success and support, through coordinating academic enrichment programming to all undergraduate nursing students. This is done through targeted outreach for at-risk students, academic support services, assessment, referral, and follow-up. The retention specialist is an integral part of the Student Affairs Team and serves as a resource to faculty, staff, and students.
Some of the duties the General Learning Specialist include but are not limited to the following:
- Meet with students individually and in small groups to provide assistance and guidance on various academic skills topics including: the study cycle, metacognitive learning strategies, time management, study plans and other topics as necessary (with a focus on students struggling academically)
- Monitor, plans and and facilitates services and program offerings working closely with Academic Success Coordinator and Instructors
- Conduct targeted outreach campaigns to at-risk students working closely with Academic Success Coordinator and Academic Advisors to identify students early
- Facilitate workshops on active reading strategies, notetaking, exam preparation, test-taking language, test anxiety and other topics as necessary
- Facilitate one-on-one and small group academic skills coaching and workshops for students who are struggling academically, who have been placed on academic probation, or are looking to improve their academic performance
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Prior experience working with students
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or other directly related field
- Experience in higher education
- Experience working with high school or college students on academic skills
- Experience creating and facilitating presentations
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
- A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
- A resume or curriculum vita
- A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. Include contact information to include telephone number and email address.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/37644
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