CBE Student Success/Services Mentor
South College · Knoxville, TN · 3 wk ago
EducationFull-time
Benefits
- Front Loaded PTO
- Tuition Assistance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) – with Employer Contribution
Responsibilities
- Mentor and coach CBE students in a 1 to 1 setting to support students successfully completing their program.
- Committed to student success by providing direct, holistic support evidenced by SMART goal setting, retention, and FERPA compliant documentation.
- Serve as the main point of contact for students and connect them with other departments.
- Schedule regular meetings to track and monitor progress, offering proactive and reactive support to students.
- Consistent and direct communication with students in a variety of modes is essential to the success of this position.
- Promptly responds to student emails and inquiries and communicates professionally.
- Foster growth mindset and support student learning through positive interactions and motivational practices.
- Utilize multiple technology platforms for communication and to monitor, track, and document students’ progress.
- Collaborate with other Mentors and CBE staff to support students' progress and success.
Education
- Required: Bachelor's degree in Education (or related area)
- PREFERRED: Master’s Degree
Experience
- Experience advising graduate and/or doctoral students preferred.
- An understanding of competency-based education. Prior experience working with students in a CBE program is preferred.
- The ability to help student learners become successful in their academic planning and completion rate.
- Highly organized with attention to detail.
- Techonologically proficient with Microsoft Office with the ability to learn other software and platforms quickly.
- Maintain a student-centered schedule to meet student needs. (Evenings/weekends)
- Highly proficient in effective written and oral communication in the English language.