TEMP - Student Learning Support Specialist

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a qualified Student Learning Support Specialist. This part-time temporary role supports nursing students through curriculum-aligned instruction and collaboration with faculty. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Nursing and 4–6 years of relevant experience, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and will work effectively in a diverse community. Responsibilities include providing instructional support and developing learning plans for students at academic risk.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide curriculum aligned instructional support to nursing students.
• Design and deliver structured supplemental instruction.
• Assess student performance and document progress.
• Develop individualized learning plans for at-risk students.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Project/Program/Service Management

Written and Oral Communications

Technical, Computer, and Software Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified TEMP - Student Learning Support Specialist at Belmont University.

Job Details

Employment Type: Temporary

Internal Job Category: Non-Exempt (Staff), Part-Time

Department: College of Nursing

Hours: 10

Primary Responsibilities

The Student Learning Support Specialist provides advanced, curriculum aligned instructional support to prelicensure nursing students through Student Support Services. This role delivers targeted supplemental instruction, assesses student learning needs, and collaborates closely with nursing faculty to support academic progression, clinical reasoning, and professional competency development. The position requires nursing licensure, clinical expertise, and a strong understanding of nursing education outcomes and accreditation expectations.

Primary position responsibilities:

• Instructional Support & Supplemental Teaching: Design and deliver structured supplemental instruction focused on identified student learning gaps, including clinical reasoning, dosage calculation, professional communication, and test‑taking strategies aligned with nursing course objectives.
• Curriculum & Faculty Collaboration: Partner with course coordinators and faculty to ensure instructional support aligns with course content, student assessment data, program learning outcomes, and accreditation standards.
• Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring: Assess individual and group student performance using academic data, course assessments, and faculty input; document progress and outcomes consistent with instructional expectations.
• Application of Professional Nursing Judgment: Utilize active RN licensure and clinical experience to guide students in applying theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios, prioritization, and professional decision‑making.
• Academic Coaching & Learning Planning: Develop individualized learning plans for students at academic risk, incorporating evidence‑based instructional strategies to promote retention and progression.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of instructional activities, student engagement, and outcomes; provide summary reports to faculty and academic leadership as requested.
• Essential Responsibilities: The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Required Qualifications

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ‑centered and student‑focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

Additional Qualifications:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Critical Thinking: Interprets and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks beyond what is typical or customarily used. Uses information to determine benefits and impact in making decision and/or recommendations.
• Project/Program/Service Management: Ability to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality issues associated with the program/project.
• Written and Oral Communications: Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to influence others to further the institution’s strategic objectives.
• Technical, Computer, and Software Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and software.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment and the ability to respond to high‑pressure situations; ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Required Education

Master’s degree in Nursing is required.

Required Experience

4–6 years experience in a similar role is required.

Additional Requirements

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Belmont University is a Christ‑centered community. The University faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University primarily hires employees of the Christian faith who are committed to support the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non‑discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students. Click here to learn more. *In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmont’s Christ‑centered, student‑focused mission. Belmont’s Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veterans and disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws.