Student Success Advisor & Assistant Director of Strategic Interventions

$60,000 - $65,000/Yr

Wheaton College - Norton, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Norton, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Student Success Advisor/Assistant Director of Strategic Interventions at Wheaton College plays a crucial role in supporting new and returning students who require academic assistance. This position involves developing and implementing data-informed academic support plans, advising interventions, and strategies that include individualized and small group learning activities. The role combines direct service with administrative responsibilities to enhance student engagement and success.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and implement proactive intervention strategies for academic support.
• Facilitate proactive learning labs for first-year students in collaboration with faculty.
• Create personalized learning approaches and proactive plans of advising for students.
• Assist students in assessing their learning needs and setting academic goals.
• Track student progress and adapt strategies to meet changing needs.
• Communicate with faculty and advisors regarding student progress.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to facilitate academic success.
• Support student engagement and success through various related duties.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience advising and teaching in higher education or learning support services.
• Experience working with academically vulnerable students.
• Excellent leadership, organization, communication, and technology skills.

Nice-to-haves

• 5-7 years of experience providing direct services to students in a higher education setting.

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.