Posting Details
Position Information
| Position Number |
998109 |
| Functional Title |
Student Success Instruction Coordinator |
| Position Type |
Non-Tenure Stream |
| Position Eclass |
FE - Faculty 10 month non-leave ear |
| University Information |
Located in North Carolina's third largest city,
UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with nearly 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study.
UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability.
UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities,
UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. |
| Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit |
The School of Health and Human Sciences (
HHS) at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks a Student Success Instruction Coordinator to join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to helping students identify their academic and professional goals as they embark on successful careers in the areas of health and human sciences. Professional advisors in the School of
HHS Advising Center help coach, mentor, and advise students with a focus on personal, academic, and professional success as they move toward graduation and beyond. This position is a 10-month, Professional Track Faculty lecturer for Health and Human Sciences. |
| Position Summary |
This position facilitates the instruction of
HHS 150: Design Your Life first-year seminar as a Professional Track Faculty lecturer in the School of Health and Human Sciences at
UNCG. The successful candidate will teach
HHS 150, a first-year seminar designed to help students transition successfully to academic and student life at
UNC Greensboro as part of the Minerva's Academic Curriculum (
MAC) general education requirements. The
HHS 150 course incorporates the
MAC Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) of university transition content and academic skill development with exploration of life values and career goals so students may connect with the University community, foster academic success, and engage in personal development as they discover their purpose and potential at
UNC Greensboro. The successful candidate will have a graduate degree, Ph.D. preferred, in higher education, human/social sciences, or a related field and the ability to teach first-year undergraduate students as well as facilitate program and curriculum development, co-instructor training, course communications, and
SLO assessment. The teaching load will be four courses per semester. This position collaborates closely with the
HHS Advising team on student transition and retention initiatives and advocates for students through support referrals and interaction with various campus resource units |
| Minimum Qualifications |
- Candidates must have a minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in a higher education; health, social, or human sciences; counseling; or a related field.
- Experience engaging with university students at the undergraduate level, preferably first-year students, either as a faculty or staff member
- Ability to develop and facilitate presentations and workshops to diverse audiences
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and effectively as a member of a team
- Basic knowledge of computer platforms, including social media and instructional technology.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
It is preferred that the Student Success Instruction Coordinator have:
- Experience developing and teaching course content
- Experience working directly with first-year transition seminar courses, transition and retention programs, or orientation
- Experience with initiatives focused on retention, such as academic advising, academic coaching, student academic services, or student success;
- Experience working with and being committed to a diverse community of learners
- Knowledge of undergraduate students, curriculum, university policies and procedures, and retention strategies;
- Expertise or interest in the use of degree management technology (Banner, Canvas, DegreeWorks, course scheduling software, etc.).
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| Tenure Status |
Not on Track |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Recruitment Range |
Competitive and Commensurate with experience and qualifications. |
| Org #-Department |
HHS Grad - Undergrad Programs - 13407 |
| Job Open Date |
08/19/2024 |
| For Best Consideration Date |
10/01/2024 |
| Job Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| FTE |
1.000 |
| Type of Appointment |
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| Time Limited Duration |
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| Number of Months per Year |
12 |
| FLSA |
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The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Competitive and Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Sep 29, 2024