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Western Carolina University
Academic Advisor
Edtech.com's Summary
Western Carolina University is hiring an Academic Advisor in the College of Education and Allied Professions. The advisor is the first point of contact for undergraduate teacher education majors, post-baccalaureate alternative licensure students, and graduate degree students. The role is on-site in Cullowhee, North Carolina.
Highlights
- Serve as first point of contact for teacher education majors, licensure students, and graduate students
- Run orientation functions, including schedule building and presentations
- Help students build educational plans that fit their goals, abilities, and interests
- Explain WCU and college policies, procedures, and degree requirements
- Help students understand North Carolina licensure requirements
- Offer strategies for academic success and refer students to campus offices
- Work to advance retention and completion rates
- Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Academic Advisor Full Description
Position Summary
The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).
CEAP academic advisors support the development of students through the delivery of the following duties and responsibilities:
Serve as the first point of contact for undergraduate declared teacher education majors (new freshmen and transfers), post-baccalaureate alternative licensure students, and graduate degree students. Facilitate orientation functions, including schedule building and presentation preparation and delivery. Assist students with making educational plans that are consistent with their goals, abilities, and interests, and increase awareness of the various academic options and resources available within the College of Education and Allied Professions and WCU. Provide students with clear and accurate information regarding WCU/CEAP policies, procedures, and degree requirements. Assist students in developing a thorough understanding of North Carolina licensure requirements for teacher education majors. Offer recommendations and strategies for academic success. Refer students to appropriate campus offices and resources as needed. Work to advance rates of retention and completion. Maintain appropriate advising records and documentation. Participate in the assessment and evaluation of the CEAP academic advising program. Participate in ongoing professional development and encourage the growth of colleagues. Report to and meet regularly with the Senior Academic Advisor. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the needs of students and the College of Education and Allied Professions (CEAP).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of current theories and practices in academic advising. Ability to work effectively and respectfully with students from varied cultural and educational backgrounds. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with Banner software. Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff, student employees, faculty, and administrators. Ability to ethically manage and safeguard highly confidential information. Ability to present and effectively communicate educational information to groups.
Minimum Qualifications
Interested candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require any immigration sponsorship or support. Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of successful professional experience in academic advising or a related student services program.
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