Academic Strategist

Title: Academic Strategist (Part-time) - Athletics

Location: Auburn United States

Job Description:

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S5081P Home Org Name Athletic Student Services Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics Position Title Academic Strategist (Part-time) - Athletics Job Class Code NA40 Appointment Status Part-time Part-time FTE .70 Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary

This is a pooled posting. As positions become available, the hiring department will reach out to considered candidates.

Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for a part-time Academic Strategist to provide individual and/or small group academic support for student athletes, assisting them in transitioning to the University, developing their study skills, and fostering a learning relationship conducive to the development of the essential skills to become independent learners and achieve academic success.

Essential Functions

• Collects academic information (e.g., course syllabi, exam and assignment due dates, etc.) and facilitates the student's preparation and planning related to course requirements.
• Prepares, plans, and develops the semester calendar, daily and weekly goals related to calendar deadlines, ongoing teaching and modeling of active learning strategies, documentation of grades, and verification the student has all necessary academic materials (books, supplies, etc.).
• For students who have education impacting disabilities, the Strategist tracks and monitors the use of accommodations on a regular basis. All academic information is coordinated and shared with the Learning Specialist and the Academic Counselor.
• Models and teaches active learning strategies and provides support for the ongoing application of such skills within the context of each class. Collaborates with Academic Tutors to develop best practices related to the student's learning style and any related learning challenges.
• Responsible for recording all activities through an on-line, standardized system as well as through regular communication with the Learning Specialist and Academic Counselor.
• Maintains and respects confidentiality related to the student-athlete, Student Athlete Support Services (SASS), and Auburn University Athletics, as well as maintains and upholds professional boundaries related to their work in SASS.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge in the subject area that is being taught.
• Skills in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in education preferred but not required.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $16.00 - $25.00/hour Job Category Athletics Support Working Hours if Non-Traditional Morning and afternoon hours available. May work up to 28 hours per week. City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position  Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period

• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee

• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?

• Yes

• No

• • How has your experience prepared you to work with students in higher education?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What qualities do you possess that will make you an effective Academic Strategist?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you ever been employed by Student-Athlete Support Services? If you have, when were you employed by SASS, and in what capacity?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have any pre-existing relationships with Athletics, student-athletes or Athletics employees? If so, with whom do you have a relationship?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What hours per week will you be able to work? This is a part time position up to 28 hour per week. The Student-Athlete Development Center's hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8am-10pm; Sunday 3pm-10pm

(Open Ended Question)