Hybrid Part-Time Learning Specialist — Elevate Learning

George Mason University; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking a Learning Specialist within Learning Services to support students’ academic success and study skills. The role emphasizes individualized coaching, developing workshops, and collaborating with faculty to enhance learning outcomes for students with learning disabilities and attention disorders.

The position is part-time with hourly compensation starting at $37/hour, requiring a strong background in education strategies and empathy for diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of thinking and learning processes and the ability to assess and teach new strategies on an individual basis.
• Experience using a variety of learning strategies to help students become active learners, with patience and empathy to gauge skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of individuals seeking academic assistance.
• Develop and provide academic success workshops.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and other learning issues.
• Assist with training and supervising graduate assistants and peer academic coaches.
• Provide consultation to faculty and staff on ways to support student learning.

Skills

Learning strategies

Counseling skills

Student support

Education

Master’s or doctoral degree in education or related discipline

Job description

George Mason University is seeking a Learning Specialist within Learning Services to support students’ academic success and study skills. The role emphasizes individualized coaching, developing workshops, and collaborating with faculty to enhance learning outcomes for students with learning disabilities and attention disorders.

The position is part-time with hourly compensation starting at $37/hour, requiring a strong background in education strategies and empathy for diverse student needs.