Principal Faculty Student Success

Job Description

Job Description

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Job Description:

As a 12 month principal faculty, the position requires the individual to work closely with senior faculty to ensure the educational program meets and exceeds the Accreditation Standards set forth by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant. For clinically practicing PAs, four days within the Physician Assistant Program and the fifth for clinical practice or professional advancement and contribution will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining compliance with ARC-PA standards and New York State Office of the Professions requirements, including participation in accreditation reports, self-study activities, and program analysis.
• Teach and/or evaluate instruction in core and professional courses as assigned by the Director.
• Assist in the design, implementation, coordination, and ongoing review of the curriculum, including course syllabi, instructional materials, and learning objectives.
• Participate in the Physician Assistant Program admissions process.
• Deliver student instruction and evaluate student performance.
• Provide academic advising to students and coordinate remedial instruction when needed.
• Serve on the Curriculum and Academic Affairs Committee and other program or University committees as approved by the Director.
• Monitor and report on advisees’ academic progress.
• Design and deliver individualized remediation plans based on student performance data and faculty feedback.
• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring, skills training, or targeted instruction in areas of academic deficiency.
• Monitor student progress throughout the remediation period and adjust support strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with course faculty to align remediation goals with curriculum standards.
• Maintain detailed records of student engagement, progress, and outcomes for institutional tracking.
• Participate in academic review boards or progression committees when student performance concerns arise.
• Support students in developing academic skills such as test-taking strategies, time management, and self-assessment.
• Refer students to other academic or wellness support services when appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to student remediation and academic progression.
• Stay current with best practices in remediation, learning theory, and educational intervention strategies.

Requirements

• Two years of clinical experience and Master’s degree are preferred.
• Experience in remediation and student success preferred.
• License/Certification Required: Current NCCPA Certification, State of New York PA license or New York State PA license eligible.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Keen dedication to detail and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• Skillful problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

The allotted annual salary is $120,000

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 100% employer sponsored life insurance, AD&D insurance and Long term disability
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Professional development opportunities via Coursera
• Tuition benefits for employees and their dependents
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan