Temporary Academic Support Assistant

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University seeks a Temporary Academic Support Assistant to support student-athlete academic development at the Stevenson Educational Center. You will assist with tracking, learning support, study hall monitoring, and research, collaborating with Academic Coordinators to implement academic plans for student-athletes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s degree preferred, and strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Help with daily operations including student tracking, learning support, study hall monitoring, and research.
• Mentor a caseload of at‑risk student‑athletes and monitor their academic progress through regular meetings.
• Provide administrative support to Stevenson Educational Center full‑time staff.
• Monitor academic support appointments and facility coverage blocks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation and initiative

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The Temporary Academic Support Assistant will play a significant role assisting student-athlete academic development at Syracuse University's Stevenson Educational Center. This position will afford the individual an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience with respect to providing support services to student-athletes. Individuals in this role will work closely with Stevenson Educational Center Academic Coordinators to create and execute academic support plans for Syracuse University student-athletes, and will facilitate the smooth functioning of Stevenson Educational Center’s academic programming in a wide range of capacities. Through the course of their work, they will develop familiarity with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and processes related to student‑athlete eligibility and retention.

Responsibilities

Helping with daily operations including student tracking, learning support, study hall monitoring, and research. Mentoring a caseload of at‑risk student‑athletes and monitoring their academic progress through regular individual meetings. Providing administrative support to Stevenson Educational Center full‑time staff. Monitoring academic support appointments and the facility during assigned coverage blocks.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

Excellent organizational skills, demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Demonstrated sensitivity/experience working with populations that reflect cultural, academic, socioeconomic, gender, and ethnic diversity. High level of intrinsic motivation. Ability to work evenings and weekends.