Educational Opportunity Program Learning Specialist - Grant-Funded (PT)

Location: Utica, NY • Part-time, 12-month grant-funded position. Funding expires at the end of the stated term or when grant support ceases.

About the role

Mohawk Valley Community College is seeking an Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Learning Specialist to support EOP students in enhancing study skills, academic strategies, organization, and time management. The role involves working individually and in small groups, facilitating weekly study sessions, and developing academic success programming.

Responsibilities

• Administer self-assessments and develop time management plans and individualized study plans.
• Develop and deliver academic success programming for students.
• Support students who need additional help or are not meeting academic expectations through individual and group meetings.
• Assess student progress and report to the Director.
• Facilitate study sessions.
• Collaborate with EOP staff to develop academic skills workshops.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM with occasional evenings and weekends.
• 25 hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Development, Sociology, Education, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience delivering academic support services.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• One (1) year of teaching experience.
• Experience engaging a diverse population in the learning process.

Pay

$23.00 – $25.00 per hour.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• Official academic transcripts required upon hire.