Law School Academic & Bar Exam Advisor

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union representation (SEIU Local 500)

Job summary

American University Washington College of Law is seeking a Legal Education Advisor to promote academic excellence from matriculation to graduation. The role provides individualized advising, strategies for exams, and resources for academic and bar exam success.

The LEA will support students on Academic Alert and conduct skill-building workshops. Responsibilities include bar exam planning, programming, and professional development, with some evening/weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or equivalent.
• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.
• Juris Doctor.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency at project management, including, but not limited to, developing, planning, and implementing goals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records for consistent feedback.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all members of the WCL community.
• Prior academic or bar support teaching experience – or suitable combination of two to four years of practice experience and adjunct teaching.
• Prior experience advising or mentoring law students and/or law graduates, preferably in the area of bar preparation or academics support.

Responsibilities

• Advise all law students on best practices for developing the necessary skills for academic and professional success. Evaluate student needs and provide resources for academic success. Develop individualized academic recovery plans for students on Academic Alert status. Create study plans and provide exam strategies to improve academic performance for all students. Conduct workshops to develop law students’ study skills, time management, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Advise all law students on best practices for bar exam planning and success. Ensure law students are aware of bar exam requirements and other bar exam matters. Facilitate group and individual advising on bar exam preparation including, but not limited to, bar exam subject matter, format, scoring, bar exam testing strategies, selecting a bar exam jurisdiction, bar exam financial considerations, and bar preparation plans. Monitor and evaluate student progress during the bar preparation period. Advise students on best practices for completing bar preparation courses.
• Develop and facilitate workshops and other educational programs designed to assist academic and bar exam success. Identify content and opportunities to collaborate with faculty, student groups, offices, and programs to address academic achievement and bar exam readiness.
• Participate in professional organizations related to law school academic and bar exam success. Keep abreast of best practices and resources for student learning and bar exam readiness.
• Assist the Assistant Dean and other team members with advising, programming, outreach, and engagement as directed. Work closely with team members to ensure consistent messaging under the guidance of the Assistant Dean. Complete projects and assignments as tasked to assist with the overall goals of the office.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor or equivalent

Juris Doctor

Job description

American University Washington College of Law is seeking a Legal Education Advisor to promote academic excellence from matriculation to graduation. The role provides individualized advising, strategies for exams, and resources for academic and bar exam success.

The LEA will support students on Academic Alert and conduct skill-building workshops. Responsibilities include bar exam planning, programming, and professional development, with some evening/weekend hours.