Thompson Learning Community Specialist - Omaha, United States - University of Nebraska Omaha
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Requisiton Details
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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
EEO Statement:
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Job Title
Thompson Learning Community Specialist
Job Grade
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
Programs
Department
TLC
Requisition Number
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100
Work Schedule
M-F, 8am-5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
Pay Information
mid-to upper 40s depending on experience, education
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
The Thompson Learning Community (TLC) is designed to promote the academic success of UNO students receiving the Susan T. Buffett Scholarship.
TLC provides William H.
Thompson Scholars a sequence of common courses, academic enhancement activities, academic and personal advisement, and opportunities to connect with faculty, staff, and peers to create an inclusive, welcoming environment.
TheTLC Office is a dynamic area with a great deal of student interaction. The
TLC Specialist will serve as an academic and personal resource to William H. Thompson Scholars at UNO focused on helping scholars master concepts/skills necessary to successfully complete university requirements.
Specialists in
TLC enhance the academic and personal development of students by advising primarily first- and second-year students, however, Specialists also provide support to any William H.
Thompson Scholar (and may support non-WHT Scholars through indirect and direct engagement with students and campus offices) in need of assistance navigating academic/administrative and personal obstacles to college completion.
The Specialists' day-to-day duties will include teaching college-ready courses and career/professionalism, overseeing programmatic aspects of the first-, and second-year experience, and supporting any students who request support.
Specialists will also engage in consultation with faculty regarding student support, maintain databases that support the program, and serve on assigned university committees and other related projects.
Job DutiesRequired and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in education, sociology, or related field.
Required Experience
Student advisement experience to include teaching and/or workshop facilitation experience. Experience working with college students in a university environment.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Required License/Certification
Required Additional Qualifications:
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Master's degree in education, sociology, or related field.
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No