Learning Services Assistant (LSA)
Learning Services Assistant (LSA)
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Morgan Academic Center (MAC) at Penn State University is seeking dedicated motivated individuals for the role of Learning Services Assistant. This position aligns with Penn States core mission to educate and support individual students through integrated programs of teaching and service. By fostering an environment of respect and community LSAs will contribute to our commitment to excellence in overall student development and academic success. This role embodies our values of integrity in all interactions exhibits responsibility in guiding and supporting student-athletes journeys of discovery and personal growth.
This part-time position is on a semesterly basis for the academic year for 2025-26 (July-December) with an opportunity for renewal (January June). The role is limited to a maximum of (25) hours per week; hours may vary and may include evenings and Sundays.
Position Details:
- Time Commitment: 10-month position with renewal opportunity
- Hours: Part-time maximum 25 hours per week
- Pay: $23/hour (non-negotiable)
- Schedule: Variable hours including evenings and weekends (Sunday)
- Work Environment: Fast-paced collaborative student-centered.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Work one-on-one with an assigned caseload of student-athletes by assessing academic needs creating and providing instructional support for tailored academic support plans to improve academic self-efficacy and learning outcomes.
- Enhance learning in areas including goal setting time management organization note-taking college reading and writing study and test preparation self-advocacy critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Monitor student progress and foster academic growth and development through weekly scheduled appointments with assigned students.
- Write session reports attend ongoing professional development trainings and uphold all compliance rules as well as MAC policies and procedures.
- Additional duties may include assisting learning services staff with ongoing projects to enhance the overall operation of the MACs Learning Services such as tutoring mentoring facilitating educational sessions and other duties as assigned.
- Execute consistent and effective communication with supervisor MAC colleagues students and academic support partners.
- Maintain strict adherence to NCAA regulations B1G Ten university policies and MAC procedures uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to teach coach or mentor others effectively.
- Strong time management and organizational competencies
- Experience working successfully with diverse populations.
- The ability to thrive in a professional fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable with digital platforms and academic management systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in teaching tutoring academic coaching or educational support roles
- Experience in higher education student services student development and/or Division 1 athletic academic support
- Certification or training in learning strategies academic coaching or related fields
- Masters degree in special education higher education social work psychology or related field
Application Requirements
- Completed application.
- Cover letter
- Current resume
- References (contact information for three professional references)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Employment Type
Part-Time
