Academic Success Specialist

Department
TRIO STEM SSS

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
$17/hour

Work Schedule; work is performed on-site and in person.
Flexible, 20 hours weekly, Mon-Friday 8am-5pm

Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.

Job Story
The TRIO Student Support Services STEM Program is seeking a motivated graduate student to serve as a Graduate Academic Success Specialist. This position will provide individualized support to STEM students as they develop effective study habits, time management skills, organizational systems, and academic success strategies.

This position is ideal for graduate students interested in higher education, student affairs, counseling, psychology, education, organizational leadership, or related fields and seeking experience working directly with students to promote academic success.

Job Summary
A Graduate Staff Assistant (GSA) assistants university service and academic units in either non-teaching or non-research activities. Specific duties of the GSA vary widely, depending on the administrative or academic unit to which they are assigned, but should be at a level to make use of their education and abilities.

Job Duties
Meet individually with students to assess academic success needs and identify areas for growth.
Assist students in developing effective study strategies and learning techniques.
Support students in creating systems for organization, time management, and task prioritization.
Provide accountability and follow-up regarding academic goals and action plans.
Help students develop semester plans, study schedules, and academic routines.
Collaborate with TRIO staff regarding student support needs and referrals.
Maintain appropriate documentation of participant contacts and services.
Assist with workshops and presentations related to academic success and study skills.
Participate in training and professional development activities as assigned.

Required Education
Bachelor's degree

Required Experience
To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing. Students admitted on probation or placed on academic probation following admission may be eligible for assistantship awards under certain circumstances.

Preferred Qualifications
Current graduate student in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Social Work, or a related field.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to establish rapport with a diverse student population.
Experience mentoring, tutoring, teaching, coaching, or supporting students preferred.
Commitment to supporting student success and educational attainment.

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.