PLUS Learning Consultants (4 positions available)

Muskingum University welcomes applications for multiple Learning Consultant positions in the PLUS program. Learning consultants (LCs)
provide academic support to PLUS students who have learning differences to foster the development of skills essential for success in
college. LCs support students’ transition to college by providing instruction in academic strategies, tutoring in course content,
monitoring course grades, and collaborating with students to work toward their goals. LCs support students’ achieving independence by
focusing on students’ strengths, promoting executive functioning skills, fostering self-advocacy skills, and collaborating with
students to prepare for future careers.

The work schedule for LCs includes regularly scheduled, part-time hours between the hours of
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and only during the academic year. 

Please visit the PLUS program website to learn more about what PLUS has to offer both you and
our students. 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support assigned students’ transition from high
  school to college to career through individualized tutoring and academic coaching.
• Conduct regular, individualized tutoring
  sessions with assigned students.
• Develop and cultivate academic plans with assigned students.
• Review assigned
  students’ academic history, strengths, challenges, interests, and academic strategies in order to incorporate into individual tutoring
  sessions. 
• Model and foster time management, organization, and executive functioning skills for assigned students.
• Monitor and track assigned students’ academic progress, course grades, and class attendance.
• Recognize assigned
  students’ challenges and address lack of follow-through.
• Collaborate with instructors, family, and other DRS staff to
  support individual students.
• Document all contacts with students, instructors, family members, and other DRS staff.
• Learn and incorporate new tutoring and learning strategies from professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality and
  professionally represent the University.
• Actively participate in PLUS professional development and staff meetings, including
  Back-to-Work Week and Semester Wrap-Up Days.
• Assist with and attend PLUS special events, which may be held int eh evenings or on
  weekends.

The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the major functions of
the position and should not be considered a complete description of the essential functions of the position. This Job Description is not
intended to be all inclusive. The employee will be assigned by the immediate supervisor to perform other duties as needed or to perform
other related duties, including special projects.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working with students with disabilities and/or students who are academically at-risk.
• Experience tutoring or teaching middle school, high school, or college students.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal,
  listening, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to problem-solve, think critically, be creative and resourceful,
  confront challenges, recognize accomplishments, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with students,
  families, instructors, and a staff team.
• Willingness to learn new tutoring strategies and receptive to feedback.
• Ability
  to represent the University in a professional manner and respect confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, email,
  internet, and other computer applications

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must include a letter of
interest, a resume, and 3 professional references and should be sent by email to careers@muskingum.edu or fax to 740-826-6131. Please include the position title in the subject line of your
correspondence. This position will remain open until filled, with review of candidates to begin immediately.

Priority will be given
to applicants with college degrees in history, political science, music, theatre, communications, media, religion, philosophy, sociology, or
psychology.

Muskingum University actively seeks out and welcomes administrators and staff who are committed to excellence in student
learning, consider the engagement of diverse communities in the University’s educational programs and activities, and are committed to
full inclusivity at the University. As an equal opportunity employer, Muskingum welcomes applications from individuals from populations,
which have been historically underrepresented in higher education and/or have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Muskingum University does not discriminate in its employment or educational programs or activities. Please visit https://www.muskingum.edu/non-discrimination-statement to review the university’s official non-discrimination
statement.