Coordinator, Transfer and Tutoring
- Employer
- Alcorn State University
- Location
- Mississippi, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 24, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Other Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Academic Advising & Academic Support Services, Counseling, Disabled Student Services, Other Student Affairs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Purpose of Job
The Coordinator, Transfer and Tutoring will provide campus resources and implement co-curricular activities designed specifically for transfer students. The coordinator will be responsible for the delivery of the university’s tutorial program via Upswing to promote educational enhancement for students, and will monitor students’ usage and progress of the tutoring platform. Additionally, the coordinator will be responsible for administering the college entrance tests to students seeking to enroll at the university. The specific tests are the ACT Residual and Accuplacer (placement test for students over 21 and those admitted to the Summer Developmental Program ( SDP ).
Scope of Responsibilities
- Provide resource materials for transfer students to effectively navigate the campus
- Develop and implement transfer student orientation programs
- Develop and maintain records documenting the use of academic support services by transfer students
- Assess transfer students to determine the types of academic support needed
- Prepare periodic reports to document the use and effectiveness of academic support services
- Coordinate and administer the American College Test ( ACT Residual) and Accuplacer (placement test) for
- Provide guidance and counseling to transfer students and monitor their progress toward matriculation
- Coordinate information regarding transfer students and other students requiring tutorial services; profile and prepare a need assessment for each student
- Prepare monthly reports detailing accomplishments, problems encountered, projections, and matriculation
- Supervise test administration for ACT Residual and Accuplacer, and score and interpret results
- Administer and confidentially disseminate results of ACT Residual and Accuplacer tests to admissions counselors and academic advisors
- Provide guidance to promote satisfactory academic performance and progression of transfer students toward the completion of coursework and graduation
- Follow federal, state and local laws applicable to administering assessment tests
- Follow established policies and procedures set forth within the unit and the university
- Participate in college-wide programs such as convocation, early registration, new student orientation activities, high school day, and internal and external training activities/workshops
- Teach the University Life or Survival Skills I/II courses
Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling or related field; Five (5) or more years’ experience in counseling in higher education, and demonstrated ability having worked with students in an academic environment preferred.
Licensing and Certifications
None
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE OF :
- Federal, state and local laws regarding administration of tests used to measure academic skills for college entrance and assessment
- Counseling theories and techniques of learning and human development, and relevant and desirable student learning outcomes; including intellectual growth, realistic self-appraisal, enhanced self-esteem, clarified values, career choices and achievement of personal and educational goals.
- The ability to assist students to make educational planning decisions and develop academic success skills.
- Computer technology skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, email/Internet applications, and student information systems such as Banner.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Interact effectively with students
- Deliver intensive intervention services where applicable for co-curricular enhancement of transfer students
- Keep effective notes and reports
- Retrieve pertinent information in a timely manner
- Track students’ progress using the Upswing tutorial platform
- Communicate effectively
- Maintain accurate records and meet established timelines
- Maintain strict confidentiality
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S779
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
01/11/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University
Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Writing Sample
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
- A Leadership Statement
- A Diversity Statement
Company
A great educational choice, Alcorn State University in Mississippi is a place of purpose, history, and discovery, and the nation's oldest, land-grant HBCU
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