Educational Specialist Academic Achievement Programs
Educational Specialist Academic Achievement Programs
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Job Description
40 Plan organize coordinate and supervise field trips special events speakers and summer enrichment programs. Research prepare and conduct educational workshops. May conduct enrichment sessions improving reading writing or math skills during summer program.
30 Provide group and individual assessment and advising services to parents and students on college entry/reentry academic career financial aid and other areas of concern. Assist students/parents in completing various college related forms and may act as a liaison with the various college departments.
10 Interact and act as a liaison with offcampus organizations and other postsecondary institutions.
10 Recruit program participants and followsup on incomplete applications. Document student contacts and services provided.
10 Write reports for the federal government University and Coordinator outlining goals objectives and accomplishments.
Attend professional development seminars workshops and conferences.
Additional Position Information:
Required Qualifications:
Requires a relevant Bachelors Degree.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 2 years experience working with low income and first generation college middle/high school students parents entry/reentry students and school personnel. Working knowledge and understanding of University financial aid and admission policies and procedures is required. Excellent presentation and organizational skills to plan and conduct workshops required. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population required. Computer skills including word processing database spreadsheets and presentation software required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with low income and firstgeneration college middle/high school students parents entry/reentry students and school personnel. Working knowledge and understanding of university financial aid and admission policies and procedures.
Applicaiton instructions: In order to be considered for this position please attach a cover letter resume and the names and contact information of three professional references.
Physical Requirements:
Job is physically comfortable; individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking standing etc. May occasionally lift very lightweight objects.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin April 17 2025 and continue through May 3 2025.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Judy CassermanEmail:
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a preemployment driving record search.
NonDiscrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our NonDiscrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
