Learning Support Specialist

About the role

The Learning Support Specialist position in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will enhance student learning, academic performance, and retention through individualized academic coaching, instructional support, and skill-development programming.

This full-time position is under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs in the School of Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Provides supplemental instruction for students enrolled in classroom, online, and/or laboratory courses in a variety of formats such as one-on-one sessions, group sessions, peer mentor sessions, and seminars
• Develops and/or designs curriculum and/or techniques for instruction in a disciplinary area and suggests new ways of effective instruction within that discipline
• Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and may train other staff in use of said instructional techniques
• May supervise the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support
• May participate in strategic planning and grant proposals for instructional development, new teaching methods, and program direction
• Meets with students for intake and general assessment and makes referrals to others on campus as appropriate
• Assesses learner performance and may prepare reports recommending instructional improvements

Requirements

• Familiarity with learning theory, educational psychology, and adult learning principles
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Experience with data collection and analysis
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the postsecondary level
• Experience coordinating academic support programs such as tutoring, supplemental instruction, peer mentoring, or similar initiatives
• Experience designing and facilitating workshops, orientations, or trainings
• Experience with academic advising, educational coaching, or counseling in higher education
• Experience in health sciences or professional programs, particularly medical or pharmacy education
• Familiarity with curriculum requirements in medical or pharmacy education

Education

Master's degree preferred, minimum Bachelor's degree required.

Benefits

Qualified candidates can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off, competitive insurances and savings accounts, and retirement benefits through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Pay

Qualified candidates can expect to earn between $60,000 and $70,000 annually. Candidates who are highly qualified may earn between $70,000 and $80,000 annually.