University of California San Diego
Location
La Jolla, CA | United States
Job description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 3/12/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 3/21/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
The mission of the Teaching and Learning Commons (the Commons) is to advance student success through teaching excellence and comprehensive academic student support; to be an incubator for student academic success innovations; to increase access to education on campus and beyond; and to advance equity and inclusion within the organization and through its programs and services. The Commons' work encompasses four areas: instructor support to advance teaching excellence; undergraduate and graduate student support to advance student success at UC San Diego and beyond; intellectual and professional development of graduate and undergraduate students, including Commons' student employees; and equity and inclusion for all UC San Diego students, staff, and educators.
The Commons provides academic programming that serves as interactive, academic spaces designed to reinforce and extend student learning in physical and virtual environments. These environments offer a wide variety of comprehensive support services and programs to enhance student academic success, retention, and completion rates.
The Commons is committed to recruiting, advancing, and supporting a diverse team who will contribute to our mission by working effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, will actively promote equity and inclusion within the organization and through our programs and services, and is dedicated to continuous learning.
With general direction from the Director of Academic Achievement Services, the Supplemental Instruction (SI) Coordinator is responsible for the management of a comprehensive, campus-wide SI program, which includes peer-led study groups. This involves working with various campus stakeholders; strategic planning; hiring, supervision, and training of student SI Leaders; facilitating meetings, communications, and marketing support; and engaging in assessment and evaluation related to the SI program. The SI program is an academic support model that utilizes peer-assisted study sessions and is offered as part of the university's equity, access, retention, and success initiatives in conjunction with academic departments. The SI Coordinator, working with the Director of Academic Achievement Services, is responsible for identifying whether SI or other facilitated study group programs are needed for courses, in partnership with the academic department, division, or program. The SI Coordinator is responsible for providing evidence-based student learning through the Supplemental Instruction program with the Commons.
Using skills as a seasoned, experienced professional in student learning, the SI Coordinator applies the full range of knowledge and strategies related to learning skills for students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, gender, identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. The Commons' programs promote inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused student support that requires broad partnerships with faculty, staff, students, and the community.
Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Please submit a cover letter along with a resume for a complete application.
Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills. Knowledge and experience with program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills. Demonstrated knowledge of Supplemental Instruction and ability to adapt current departmental academic support services to include SI principles and practices. Proven ability to provide feedback and input on design and implementation of training activities.
Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural / linguistic issues in applying academic support to students. Demonstrated program management or adjustment through broad understanding of student development theory; knowledge of student service principles and practices, including ethical standards; knowledge of decision-making and goal setting process and strategies.
Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations. A commitment to equity and to ensuring the success of groups historically underrepresented in higher education. Proficient in developing collaborative, working relationships with student organizations, university staff, academic departments, and other
About University of California San Diego
UC San Diego is an academic powerhouse and economic engine, recognized as one of the top 8 public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Innovation is central to who we are and what we do. Here, students learn that knowledge isn't just acquired in the classroom - life is their laboratory. UC San Diego's rich academic portfolio includes six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions and five graduate and professional schools. The university's award-winning scholars are experts at the forefront of their fields with an impressive track record for achieving scientific, medical and technological breakthroughs.
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