Academic Coordinator

Academic Coordinator

Job Department/School Bridges to Adelphi

FT/PT/Temp Full time

Location Garden City, N.Y.

Academic Coordinator

Bridges to Adelphi Program

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibilities of the Academic Coordinator are to assist the Associate Director, Senior Associate Director, and Director of the Bridges to Adelphi Program in the overall administration and development of the program. Responsibilities include supervising the Academic Supervisors (see below), managing the graduate and undergraduate student staff (see below); and communicating and collaborating with other campus services (see below). The Academic Coordinator also supports the Director, Senior Associate Director, and Associate Director, as needed, on an ongoing basis.

SALARY INFORMATION:

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $53,000 - $58,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here ( .

REPORTS TO:Associate Director of the Bridges to Adelphi Program

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Collaborate with the Associate Director in scheduling student academic meetings.

• Supervise Academic Supervisors, including: Meet weekly 1:1 to discuss the academic status of all students enrolled in the Bridges Program; Review Academic Coach, Learning Strategist, and Executive Organizer meeting reports with supervisors.

• Develop strategies that coordinate Academic Coaching, Learning Strategy, and Executive Organizing goals.

• Host weekly case conference.

• Manage undergraduate and graduate student staff, including collaborating with the Associate Director on interviewing, hiring, and training of graduate and undergraduate staff.

• Supervise undergraduate and graduate interns, as needed.

• Collaborates with Bridges research coordinator on outcomes and efficacy of the academic support services.

• Collaborate and communicate with Student Access Office to ensure students are receiving accommodations in a timely manner.

• Collaborate and communicate with the CASE Learning Center and Writing Center to assist with additional tutoring and support for students.

• Meet with parents and students to review academic progress and identify potential academic obstacles.

• Meets consistently with students on academic probation.

• Maintain confidential student records.

• Present workshops and at community events to promote Bridges Support Services.

• Provide transitional counseling

• Assist Director, Senior Associate Director, and Associate Director, as needed.

• Assist staff and students, as needed.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and handling multiple responsibilities at once.

• Strong ability to fluctuate between collaborating with others and maintain independent working responsibilities.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Adelphi University Programs such as Moodle, Ecampus, CLASS, Degree Audit, MyAULife and Zoom.

• Knowledge and experience working with college students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and 6 days per week.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Education, Communication Disorders is required. A Master's degree is preferred.

• Minimum of three years of job-related work experience individuals with autism spectrum disorder and/or other neurodiverse disorders is required.

• Job-related experience working in student services and higher education is preferred.

POSITION(S) SUPERVISED:

• Academic Supervisors.

• Academic Coaches.

• Learning Strategist.

• Executive Organizers.

• Interns.

ABOUT ADELPHI:

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,300 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 72 undergraduate programs and 92 master’s degree and doctoral programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 123,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 44 states and 63 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.

• Adelphi University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates, including people of color and those who are, or identify as, members of any marginalized, underserved or underrepresented group. Adelphi is an emerging Hispanic serving institution so bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Here is our University statement on diversity: