Advising Coordinator & Graduate Instruction

NCR; Beverly, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Endicott College seeks an Advising Coordinator & Graduate Instruction to support student success through academic advising and graduate-level instruction in the MS program. The role includes direct advising, Core Advisor responsibilities, and teaching five thesis course sections, with close collaboration to the Assistant Dean of Research and Thesis Coordinator.

The position focuses on applying behavioral analysis principles to thesis development, research methodology, and academic writing,

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level expertise in applied behavior analysis and graduate education.
• Experience advising graduate students and coordinating advising programs.
• Proficiency in research methodology and thesis development in ABA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct academic advising to assigned students and support a Core Advisor structure.
• Teach five thesis course sections within the MS program and supervise graduate theses.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Advising and Credentialing on program resources and assessment.
• Assist with thesis defenses and progress evaluation, ensuring high-quality instruction.

Skills

ABA expertise

Academic advising

Graduate instruction

Thesis supervision

Research methods

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in ABA

BCBA-D

Job description

## Advising Coordinator & Graduate InstructionApply: Campus: Endicott College Main Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JREQ-002658We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you..**Position Overview**The Advising Coordinator & Graduate Instruction serves a dual role supporting student success through academic advising and graduate-level instruction. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Advising and Credentialing, this position provides direct academic advising to assigned students, serves as a Core Advisor to support and guide Academic Advisors, and contributes to the development and continuous improvement of advising practices within the Institute for Applied Behavioral Science.In addition, the position provides graduate-level instruction and thesis support within the MS program. The individual will work closely with the Assistant Dean of Research and Thesis Coordinator to support students throughout the thesis process, including providing additional academic support, assisting with thesis-related activities, and participating in thesis defenses as needed.The position includes an instructional in-load of five thesis course sections and requires strong knowledge of applied behavior analysis, graduate education, academic advising, research, and thesis development.**About Endicott College** Endicott College is a vibrant community located on Boston’s North Shore, with a beautiful oceanfront campus in Beverly, Massachusetts. We’re known for combining academic excellence with hands-on learning, and we take pride in fostering a supportive environment for both students and employees.Working at Endicott means joining a close-knit campus community where your contributions matter and where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued.To learn more about our employee benefits, click here.**Key Responsibilities** **Academic Advising and Advising Coordination (50%)**· Serve as an Academic Advisor and maintain regular communication with assigned advisees regarding academic progress, program requirements, performance, and overall student success.· Conduct an annual, in-depth synchronous advising and evaluation meeting with each assigned advisee, along with multiple points of contact throughout each semester, including synchronous meetings as appropriate.· Serve as a Core Advisor by providing guidance, support, information, and professional expertise to a designated group of Academic Advisors.· Provide consultation and support to Academic Advisors regarding student needs, academic planning, advising practices, and program requirements.· Attend annual academic planning meetings for students assigned to Academic Advisors within the Core Advisor structure.· Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Advising and Credentialing to develop resources, tools, and support structures that strengthen the advising experience.· Assist with the onboarding and training of new Academic Advisors.· Contribute to the assessment and continuous improvement of advising practices and the overall student advising experience.· Identify student concerns and, when appropriate, connect students with relevant institutional resources and support services.· Maintain accurate and timely advising records and documentation.· Collaborate with faculty, staff, and academic leadership to promote student progression, engagement, and success.**Graduate Instruction and Thesis Support (50%)**· Teach an instructional in-load of five thesis course sections within the MS program.· Provide graduate-level instruction, mentoring, and academic support to students enrolled in thesis courses.· Support students across the three thesis course experiences, including providing additional guidance to students who require assistance progressing through their thesis work.· Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Research and Thesis Coordinator on thesis-related activities, student support, and program needs.· Assist with thesis defense preparation and participate in thesis defense coverage as needed.· Provide feedback and guidance to students regarding thesis development, research methodology, literature reviews, academic writing, and related research activities.· Support students in applying principles of applied behavior analysis and research methodology to their thesis projects.· Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to promote high-quality graduate instruction and successful completion of thesis requirements.· Maintain appropriate instructional records and fulfill all responsibilities associated with assigned graduate courses.· Other duties as assigned**Community Engagement**· Be an active participant in the life of the College by attending and supporting key events like Commencement, Homecoming, and other all-hands-on-deck gatherings. Show a spirit of collaboration and community involvement, including volunteering when possible.**Supervisory Responsibilities**· No supervisory responsibilities. **Core Competencies*** **Reliability:** able to get the job done, available and engaged with the job and the Endicott community.* **Organization:** organizes time and resources well so that work is done efficiently and on time.* **Communication Skills:** has clear, effective, and efficient ways of communicating, both orally and in writing.* **Adaptability:** shows a willingness to adopt new ideas and to do things differently.* **Follow Through:** takes ownership of projects and sees them through to fruition.* **Customer Service:** anticipates the needs and responds to queries in a timely, competent, and approachable manner.* **Initiative/Personal Leadership:** identifies opportunities for improvement and actively contributes to solutions.* **Team Player:** shows a willingness to collaborate and share information, knowledge, and experience with team members.**Qualifications and Skills**· PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a closely related field, as appropriate to the program requirements.· Active Board-Certified Behavior Analyst–Doctoral (BCBA-D) certification.· Professional experience in academic advising and graduate-level instruction in higher education.· Demonstrated experience conducting systematic literature reviews.· Demonstrated experience with experimental research methodology in applied behavior analysis.· Strong knowledge of applied behavior analysis principles, research methodology, and graduate-level academic expectations.· Excellent written and oral communication skills.· Demonstrated ability to advise, mentor, and support graduate students effectively.· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.· Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and academic leadership.· Demonstrated commitment to student success, academic quality, and continuous improvement.**Preferred Qualifications**· Experience advising graduate students in an ABA or related graduate program.· Experience teaching graduate-level thesis or research courses.· Experience mentoring students through the thesis or culminating research project process.· Experience participating in thesis defenses or graduate research evaluation.· Experience supporting or training academic advisors.In compliance with Massachusetts pay transparency law, the annual base salary range for this position is $65,000–$74,000. Endicott College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.