Academic Support Specialist

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Academic Support Specialist who will collaborate with faculty and students to maximize educational outcomes for our professional school’s learners.

The role includes identifying at-risk students, delivering targeted studies and workshops, assessing learning styles, and developing tutoring programs to strengthen test preparation and study skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in science or health fields.
• Background in Education and Educational Psychology; postgraduate biology experience.
• Experience applying learning theories and adult development theories.
• University setting experience with graduate and/or professional students and tutoring programs.
• Familiarity with NBOME or other licensing exam curricula preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify underperforming students and develop strategies for academic success.
• Facilitate workshops on study and learning strategies.
• Provide individual assessment to identify learning patterns.
• Assist students with exam preparation strategies.
• Design programs using tutors and peer facilitators.
• Develop programs to improve test taking and note taking.

Skills

Student support

Educational psychology

Adult learning theory

Tutoring management

University experience

NBOME familiarity

Education

Masters degree

Doctorate

Job description

Job Summary: The PA Campus-Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA is currently hiring for a full- time Academic Support Specialist. The Academic Support Specialist will work with faculty and students in order to maximize educational outcomes for our professional school’s students.

• Work with college administration to identify underperforming students to develop and implement strategies which lead to academic success.
• Facilitate workshops for students on developing effective study and learning strategies
• Provide individual assessment and counseling to identify individual learning patterns.
• Assist students with the development and implementation of strategies for preparing for
• Professional Healthcare Board and Licensing Exams.
• Design and implement programs using student tutors/ peer facilitators to support learning outcomes.
• Develop and deliver programs to advance performance in test taking, note taking and study strategies.

Job Title

Academic Support Specialist

Department

Academic Support (Stephanie Combs)

Flsa

United States of America (Exempt)

Location

Philadelphia Campus

Required Skills And Experience

• Prior experience working with students in science or health related fields.
• Background in Education, Educational Psychology and experience working in Post Graduate Biological Science or similar programs.
• Experience implementing programs that incorporate learning theories and adult developmental theories.
• Prior experience in a university setting, working with graduate and/or professional students, managing a tutoring program.
• Preference will be given to candidates with familiarity with medical / Pharmacy school curricula and standardized exams of the type given by the NBOME and other licensing agencies.

Education And Certifications

• Masters required, doctorate preferred.

Starting Salary

Starting Salary: $45,699

The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

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