**Learning Specialist, Student Support Specialist III(Multiple Positions)(College of Medicine-Phoenix)**

Phoenix, AZ **Type:** Full-Time **Posted:** 10/26/2021 **Posting Number:** req7397

**Department:** COM Phoenix Academic Affairs

**Location:** Greater Phoenix Area

**Address:** 435 E. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

**Position Highlights**

This position provides a relationship-based model of learning support for medical students throughout all their years within the programs at the College, as well as supports these students' overall development as life-long learners and professionals. As such, this position is experienced in providing advanced learning and study strategies, high-stakes exam preparation, has expert command of learning theory and practice, student advocacy, and holistic learner-centered coaching support and feedback.

This position also designs and facilitates workshops focused on learning and study skills, transitioning to medical school, navigating high-stakes learning environments, and other activities that directly support students' development as medical student learners. Other duties include, monitors progress of students and assists students in maximizing usage of institutional resources.

This position works collaboratively with other members of the Student Development (SD) and Student Affairs (SA) teams, faculty and course directors, leaders and others within and across departments to identify students in need, and also to serve all students to be successful. The position supports the oversight of peer learning programs and services and may supervise peer tutors.

An ideal candidate will have knowledge of educational theory, experience in higher education with a focus in cognitive, learning skills, adult education and have obtained a Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix

anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biomedical Campus in the heart of the Valley of the

Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary

physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive

scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University's priorities of

engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic

and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

*Outstanding UA

benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and

disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU

tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state

retirement plan; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!*

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**Duties & Responsibilities**

**Educational Services & Student Support:**

* Facilitates a safe place for students to come for a variety of issues related to their academic success including but not limited to development of learning and study skills, critical thinking, self and time management, test-taking strategies, integration of learning resources, strategies for Step 1 readiness (National Medical Exam Preparation), self-reflection, and maintaining an appropriate balance between life/school, to promote positive academic results.

* Provides feedback and support to students based on educational theory, student-centered coaching, understanding of student needs, and current practices in learning/academic support.

* Partners with students to develop an individualized academic plan for continual progression in programs.

* Meets with students to provide academic coaching and learning support to assist students in the ongoing development of their learning system and academic plan for continued success.

**Workshops & Strategic Planning:**

* Assists Director in strategic planning, establishing goals for department and ongoing success plans for all students.

* Maintains student records in compliance with university and college policies, as well as, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Keeps accurate documentation of consultations and communications within the designated data management system.

* Develops and delivers workshops and independent learning modules (ILMS) to enhance effective learning techniques based learning theory and evidence-based strategies. Assist the Director and Student Development Team in the design and delivery of faculty and staff trainings, workshops, and consultations.

* Designs and implements learning tools and resources to effectively communicate USMLE preparatory skills and requirements.

* Supports in the delivery of extensive USMLE programming to increase student performance on USMLE Board exams.

* Manages growing cohort of students with a skilled sensitivity to students who may be at-risk academically or under-resourced for a rigorous medical school program.

* Assists in the delivery of learning services. In addition, serves as a resource and support for the Student Development Team.

* Promotes and helps facilitate help-seeking behaviors and ongoing use of university/college resources.

* Supports and attends student functions as appropriate (i.e., peer lead tutoring sessions, orientation, graduation, match, and etc.).

**Administrative Support for Department:**

* Assists in interviewing, selection, hiring, training, supervising, and coaching of peer tutors.

* Participates in planning, developing, and administering department budget as it relates to USMLE resources and programs.

* Develops, maintains, and implements department policies and procedures aligned with the College goals and mission.

* Represents the College/department and serves on various work groups and university committees.

* Acts as a liaison with the community, students, faculty, and staff in facilitating university programs.

* Partners with admissions for appropriate pre-matriculation, and medical students matriculation decisions making.

* Contributes as a strong team player and leader in team and or all staff meetings advocating for best practices for student success.

* Resolves problems and issues affecting students and the department, and recommends measures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

* Collaborates with campus partners to design and facilitate workshops, trainings, and resources for faculty and staff.

**Additional duties as assigned.**

**Minimum Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.

* Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is required.

**Preferred Qualifications**

* Master's degree in adult education, education, higher education, psychology, basic sciences or closely related field.

* Demonstrates a commitment to staying current with educational theory, as well as, related practice and research.* Ed.D./ Ph.D. degree with a focus on adult education, education, higher education, psychology, cognitive and learning skills, or a closely related field is strongly preferred. * 3 years' of professional experience in higher education with a focus in cognitive and learning skills and adult education. * 3-5 years in higher education experience in a medical school or post-secondary professional students is highly desirable. * Prior professional experience as an academic/learning support or learning specialist at an undergraduate or graduate school is highly desirable. **FLSA:** Exempt

**Full Time/Part Time:** Full Time

**Number of Hours Worked per Week:** 40

**Job FTE:** 1.0

**Work Calendar:** Fiscal

**Job Category:** Student Services

**Benefits Eligible:** Yes - Full Benefits

**Rate of Pay:** $43,559 - $58,926 Annually, Depending on Experience

**Compensation Type:** salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

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