Learning Specialist Ed Affairs Student Affairs

Student Affairs

Job Location:

Gainesville, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 46000 - 52000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Academic Program Specialist I
Job Description:	The Learning Specialist provides individualized academic support and learning strategy coaching for medical physician assistant and graduate students at the College of Medicine. This role supports students development of effective study test-taking and self-regulated learning skills; collaborates on the coordination of academic accommodations; and contributes to the planning and implementation of academic support programs and initiatives. Additionally this role will develop and deliver educational workshops assist with the development of new support programs/initiatives and serve as a College of Medicine liaison to the Disability Resource Center liaison. About This Role: Learning and Accommodation Support Serve as a Disability Resource Center Liaison for the College of Medicine collaborating to support students access to approved academic accommodations. Facilitate and coordinate accommodations for students registered with the Universitys Disability Resource Center including testing arrangements. Identify assess and monitor students experiencing academic difficulty across all phases of medical PA and graduate training in collaboration with the Learning Specialist and Office of Student Affairs leadership. Provide individualized academic coaching and learning strategy support to students with specific academic challenges (e.g. course exam failures low clerkship/clinical exam performance extended or unsuccessful board exam preparation). Provide ongoing follow-up and progress monitoring to support study and test taking strategy skill development. Academic Support Coordination Schedule and coordinate student-led review sessions. Identify and coordinate tutor-tutee appointments track and update tutor availability and tutor usage by tutee. Monitor tutoring expenditures and payroll activity to ensure responsible stewardship of allocated academic support funds. Program Development and Educational Outreach Develop and deliver presentations to support College of Medicine pre-matriculation orientation and board exam preparation programs. Develop and implement a tutor training program to support tutors providing individual tutoring support. About the College of Medicine: The University of Floridas College of Medicine advances health through education research and patient care with a strong focus on innovation and excellence. It prepares future healthcare leaders through a rigorous curriculum that blends foundational sciences with hands-on clinical experience while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement. With cutting-edge research and state-of-the-art facilities the college plays a vital role in improving healthcare outcomes and shaping the future of medicine. For more information about the College of Medicine and its programs visit College of Medicine. We Offer Exceptional Benefits: Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Generous Retirement Options to secure your future Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages:(includes over 10 paid holidays as well as paid family sick and vacation leave) Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs leadership development LinkedIn Learning and more Tuition Assistancethrough theUF Employee Education Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Expected Salary:	$46000 - $52000 annually
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:	The ideal candidate will possess: Two years of experience working with graduate-level students or professional health science students. Knowledge of how the study of biomedical sciences and clinical sciences differs from undergraduate studies. Comprehensive understanding of standardized testing used to identify adult learning disabilities and mood/thought disorders. Ability to apply results of standardized testing to enable students to maximize their learning experience. Knowledge of and experience with modern assistive technologies that can help students with organization time management note-taking and other factors affecting student academic performance. Understanding of how components of students identities (e.g. gender race religion) might affect their learning experiences during medical school.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and contact information for three professional references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Classification Title:Academic Program Specialist IJob Description:The Learning Specialist provides individualized academic support and learning strategy coaching for medical physician assistant and graduate students at the College of Medicine. This role supports students development of effective stu...

Classification Title:	Academic Program Specialist I
Job Description:	The Learning Specialist provides individualized academic support and learning strategy coaching for medical physician assistant and graduate students at the College of Medicine. This role supports students development of effective study test-taking and self-regulated learning skills; collaborates on the coordination of academic accommodations; and contributes to the planning and implementation of academic support programs and initiatives. Additionally this role will develop and deliver educational workshops assist with the development of new support programs/initiatives and serve as a College of Medicine liaison to the Disability Resource Center liaison. About This Role: Learning and Accommodation Support Serve as a Disability Resource Center Liaison for the College of Medicine collaborating to support students access to approved academic accommodations. Facilitate and coordinate accommodations for students registered with the Universitys Disability Resource Center including testing arrangements. Identify assess and monitor students experiencing academic difficulty across all phases of medical PA and graduate training in collaboration with the Learning Specialist and Office of Student Affairs leadership. Provide individualized academic coaching and learning strategy support to students with specific academic challenges (e.g. course exam failures low clerkship/clinical exam performance extended or unsuccessful board exam preparation). Provide ongoing follow-up and progress monitoring to support study and test taking strategy skill development. Academic Support Coordination Schedule and coordinate student-led review sessions. Identify and coordinate tutor-tutee appointments track and update tutor availability and tutor usage by tutee. Monitor tutoring expenditures and payroll activity to ensure responsible stewardship of allocated academic support funds. Program Development and Educational Outreach Develop and deliver presentations to support College of Medicine pre-matriculation orientation and board exam preparation programs. Develop and implement a tutor training program to support tutors providing individual tutoring support. About the College of Medicine: The University of Floridas College of Medicine advances health through education research and patient care with a strong focus on innovation and excellence. It prepares future healthcare leaders through a rigorous curriculum that blends foundational sciences with hands-on clinical experience while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement. With cutting-edge research and state-of-the-art facilities the college plays a vital role in improving healthcare outcomes and shaping the future of medicine. For more information about the College of Medicine and its programs visit College of Medicine. We Offer Exceptional Benefits: Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Generous Retirement Options to secure your future Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages:(includes over 10 paid holidays as well as paid family sick and vacation leave) Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs leadership development LinkedIn Learning and more Tuition Assistancethrough theUF Employee Education Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Expected Salary:	$46000 - $52000 annually
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred:	The ideal candidate will possess: Two years of experience working with graduate-level students or professional health science students. Knowledge of how the study of biomedical sciences and clinical sciences differs from undergraduate studies. Comprehensive understanding of standardized testing used to identify adult learning disabilities and mood/thought disorders. Ability to apply results of standardized testing to enable students to maximize their learning experience. Knowledge of and experience with modern assistive technologies that can help students with organization time management note-taking and other factors affecting student academic performance. Understanding of how components of students identities (e.g. gender race religion) might affect their learning experiences during medical school.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resume and contact information for three professional references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No