Academic Advisor - part time (2 openings) Search Re-Opened
- Employer
- Moraine Valley Community College
- Location
- Main Campus
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- Administrative Jobs
- Student Affairs, Academic Advising
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Academic Advisor provides educational information about college academic programs and services for prospective and currently enrolled students; orients new students toward an informed and successful start to their college experience; assists students in assessing their interest and abilities by examining their educational goals, making decisions and developing short and long-term educational plans to meet their planned objectives; interprets and reviews college placement examinations, Advanced Placement (AP), ACT/SAT scores, IB and CLEP (College Level Examination Placement) to ensure proper course selection; provides accurate and timely information related to Career Programs and Transfer courses; demonstrates knowledge about educational, institutional, corporate and community resources, as well as other college-wide programs and services. Presenting on Academic Advising services to groups of students, parents, or staff will be expected.
Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree and related experience, training, and knowledge in individual and group advising process related to college students academic and personal development.
QualificationsThis position requires a strong commitment to student centered learning that focuses on the development and success of the learner; candidates should possess knowledge of academic advising theories and practices that support teaching, learning, and human development; prior experience working with a variety of students that includes various levels of academic preparedness, multicultural and linguistic diversity, and economic status; individuals with fluency in more than one language are encouraged to apply.
Position StatusPart TimeHoursHours will vary –
27 hours per week
Please apply online.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chicago Tribune
- HigherEdJobs
- InsideHigherEd
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- MVCC Website/Posting
- Employee of MVCC
- Other
- No Response
- * Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have the minimum of a Bachelor’s degree?
- YES
- NO
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Other Document
Organization
Moraine Valley Community College is dedicated to ensuring our students gain the knowledge and skills needed to meet the demands of a changing world. With nearly 150 programs, expert faculty, state-of-the-art learning facilities, and a vibrant campus culture, you’ll see why we are among the nation’s premier two-year institutions of higher learning.
The Moraine Valley Community College District 524 covers 139 square miles in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. The district has population of about 400,000 people and includes 26 communities.
Recognizing employees are among our most valuable resources, Moraine Valley strives to attract, hire and retain diverse and highly qualified personnel.
Our Human Resources Department is committed to providing professional, prompt and fair services to current and prospective employees. We are excited at the prospect of new personnel sharing their knowledge and expertise within our community and we encourage all to apply for open positions for which they are qualified. The college prides itself on providing an atmosphere that fosters professional and personal growth—one of the many reasons we are recognized as an Avatar HR Solutions Best in Class Employer.
- Website
- http://www.morainevalley.edu/hr
- Telephone
- 7089744300
- Location
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9000 W. College Parkway
Palos Hills
IL
60462
United States
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