Job Information
University of Michigan Flint Program Learning Specialist in Flint, Michigan
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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The Physician Assistant program is looking for a part-time Program Learning Specialist whose focus is to assist students academically-at-risk with achieving their true potential. Intensive monitoring of student's progress is required.
This position reports directly to the department's director.
The part-time salary range for up to 16 hours per week (40% effort) with this appointment will be $26,760 to $33,440
Responsibilities*
- Manage individual and group sessions, workshops and review courses to assist health science students
- Collaborate with lead and clinical faculty to develop a holistic, individualized plan for success with incoming and continuing students based on their learning needs
- Collaborate with academic advisors and lead faculty on academic alerts
- Leverage University resources/make referrals, e.g., Disability and Accessibility Support Services Counseling and Psychological Services, etc.
- Work with Disability Accessibility Support Services (DASS) to identify students with potential learning disabilities
- Develop programs for at-risk students who are not achieving standard academic progress
- Meet with students to provide consultation, coaching and/or referral with respect to academic success strategies
- Monitor and analyze student progression, retention and graduation
- Prepare annual reports for submission
- Understand accreditation standards and expectations for department, policies and procedures
The above is provided as an outline in assisting staff relative to job responsibilities. It is not meant to be so prescriptive as to prevent additional responsibilities relevant to this role.
A full job description will be shared with candidate(s) selected for interviews.
Required Qualifications*
- Master's degree in education, counseling or a relevant healthcare field
- (4) or more years of relevant health care or advising experience
- Basic or above proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft and learning management platforms
- Experience conducting presentations face-to-face or online modalities
Why Work at U-M Flint?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.
For tuition support information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/
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