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Rowan University Assistant Director, Learning Support Services, CMSRU in Camden, New Jersey
Assistant Director, Learning Support Services, CMSRU
Job Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director of Learning Support will assist with designing, developing, overseeing, and administrating Learning Support activities in the Office of Student Affairs.
Directs the work of the Learning Support Services Specialist when needed, working collaboratively and assuming duties when required.
Creates and facilitates workshops to enhance student academics grounded in evidence-based learning theory.
Organizes and implements the delivery of Learning Support workshops, panels, and seminars.
Evaluates the Learning Support programming schedule each year; adjust as needed.
Oversees the Learning Support Student Advisory Council; schedules meetings; records meeting minutes; follows up on student initiatives when appropriate; integrates student feedback into learning support programming.
Provides specialized educational counseling services to CMSRU students; makes referrals to appropriate counseling agencies when required.
Conducts individual meetings with students to discuss diagnostic testing, academic needs, and learning preferences; meets with students to create and monitor proactive plans for ongoing academic success.
Develops academic intervention and remediation strategies for at-risk students, assessing barriers to academic success when appropriate.
Teaches students to develop effective learning strategies, self-directed learning skills, and effective study habits that promote academic success.
Administers learning assessment tools (e.g., LASSI); analyzes and interprets data to make student recommendations.
Works with faculty and course directors to develop strategies to enhance student learning and respond to students with academic difficulties.
Monitors student preparation for UMSLE Step 1.
Manages Learning Support programs for USMLE preparation; develops and facilitates student workshops and seminars.
Works with students to develop personalized USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 preparation plans and schedules.
Provide specialized counseling to students regarding USMLE exams congruent with CMSRU policies and procedures.
Manages the Peer Tutoring Program, including recruiting and training tutors, reviewing tutor applications, monitoring peer tutors' work, staffing and scheduling drop-in tutoring sessions, and identifying topics for drop-in tutoring sessions.
Assist in implementing Accudemia Student Retention Software; design and deliver training appropriate for peer tutors and students.
Collaborate with Student Support Services Specialists and the Wellness Program Specialist to design, implement, and deliver programming that promotes holistic student wellness consistent with AAMC standards.
Meet regularly with Phase Deans, Course Directors, and Faculty to assist and support students' learning needs.
Manages and implements the Proactive Advising for Student Support (PASS) early alert program to identify at-risk students with Student Support Services Specialists.
Creates and delivers presentations at M1 and M2 orientation.
Attends M1 CARES meetings with Student Support Services Specialists.
Provides advisory services to OSA leadership, faculty, and staff in working with students to enhance student academic success.
Participates in appropriate professional development meetings and presentations; remains current with the literature on medical education, learning science, and academic advising.
Reviews literature in the field of academic support to maintain current support programs.
Maintain appropriate documentation of student encounters.
Support faculty development activities.
Prepares data and reports for the Office of Student Affairs; reviews outside resources that support medical education.
Required Qualifications:
MA, MS, MSW, or MEd in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or closely related fields.
Three years of professional experience in a support role in a medical school setting or the field of higher education.
Demonstrated ability to work closely with others and maintain collegiality.
Ability to work independently and autonomously with minimal direction.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and learning management systems (Canvas).
Strong organizational management, social, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in written communication.
Commitment to diversity, personal mentorship, professionalism, collaboration, mutual respect, and student advocacy.
Knowledge of academic success skills, including but not limited to learning preferences, test-taking skills, goal setting, and time management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in education, counseling, psychology, social work, or closely related fields.
Five years of professional experience in a support role in a medical school setting or the field of higher education.
Experience working with students needing academic support, accommodations, and/or having academic difficulty.
Working knowledge and understanding of academic accommodations.
Experience with USMLE Step 1 and 2 examinations.
Working knowledge of learning science, active learning strategies, and educational psychology.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. As such, the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, or CMSRU leadership. Work hours are typically between 8 AM and 5 PM, with evening or weekend hours flexibility based on department needs.
NOTES:
Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.
