Beacon College
2025-2026 Academic Pool for Learning Specialist
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2025-2026 Academic Pool for Learning Specialist
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Beacon College .
This open continuous applicant pool welcomes applicants. Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Positions will be filled by the department on an as needed basis.
Job Title Learning Specialist
Location Robey Center for Student Success
Department Student Success
Supervisor Dean of Student Success and Disability Services Coordinator
Division Academic Affairs
FLSA Classification Exempt
Job Grade TBD
Level Professional
Position Type Full-time
Job Summary The Learning Specialist supports student success by providing comprehensive academic, personal, and developmental guidance throughout a student’s college journey. This role combines academic mentoring, advising, life coaching, and advocacy to help students build effective learning strategies, strengthen executive function and study skills, and foster independence. The Learning Specialist serves as a consistent point of support for students, meeting regularly in one-on-one and group learning settings, to promote persistence, resilience, and growth.
This role also emphasizes guiding students through the transition to greater independence by scaffolding skills in self-management, decision-making, and goal setting. Accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and communication with relevant stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, and families, are integral to the position.
Above all, the Learning Specialist models care, accountability, and collaboration, creating an environment where students are empowered to succeed academically, socially, and personally.
Duties And Tasks Educational & Developmental Mentor
Monitor students’ academic performance and assist in developing compensatory strategies and positive habits to improve attendance, participation, homework, and communication.
Model, scaffold, and monitor the initiation and completion of academic assignments during one-on-one sessions and Open Learning time.
Reinforce skills development in executive function, study, technology, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Identify and support students at risk of academic or social/campus difficulties early.
Plan and implement interventions to improve academic progress throughout the semester and after the mid-term grade analysis.
Foster collaboration between departments utilizing the Triadic model to provide a seamless experience for students.
Utilize shared resources and information to avoid duplication of efforts and enhance efficiency.
Individualize support and monitoring essential to the student’s level and needs.
Academic Advisor
Clearly communicate advising policies and procedures to students.
Recommend resources such as the Student Portal and Catalog to support student success.
Help students select a course of study appropriate to interests and career goals, including developmental courses.
Assist students in developing a balanced academic plan.
Work with the Director of Advising to ensure the degree sequence is followed and provide information as requested.
Maintain effective internal communication with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Life Advisor
Help students resolve and manage conflicts and personal concerns.
Build students’ ability to work effectively with others in a learning environment.
Teach techniques for handling stress and anxiety related to learning.
Regularly check in on students’ well‑being and provide mental and physical health resources.
Support students in developing skills for expressing ideas clearly and listening actively.
Transitioning to Independence
Employ scaffolding and fading techniques.
Engage students in planning for their future.
Assist students in defining clear and achievable academic and life goals.
Increase students’ self‑awareness and social and emotional intelligence.
Educate students about life skills and refer as appropriate.
Acknowledge and develop personal choice and social responsibility.
Increase competence and confidence in students.
Recordkeeping
Summarize student level and trends in Maxient after each session.
Document in Maxient the methods and interventions used to improve students’ academic performance.
Update Maxient with other pertinent session information.
Review Canvas records posted by faculty on a weekly basis.
Update Student of Concern document weekly.
Record number of student visits and report figures to the Dean at month‑end.
Maintain written communication with students as needed.
Update and develop students’ face‑sheets after each academic year.
Prepare scheduled communications to parents (a minimum of one to three per semester).
Other
Act as a student advocate guiding students through the accommodation process as needed.
Meet with students weekly for one-on‑one sessions and Open Learning.
Listen carefully to student concerns and suggestions and support as appropriate.
Support students’ well‑being and success with genuine care and concern.
Provide opportunities for students to engage with peers, faculty, and staff through clubs, events, and activities.
Continuously develop expertise in industry standards and emerging practices and share best practices with colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A Master’s degree in an educational or counseling discipline related to the work of the Student Success Center is required; advanced graduate studies preferred.
Content and pedagogical proficiency required.
Experience working with students with learning differences in an educational setting preferred.
Comprehensive understanding of the mission of Beacon College and its undergraduate support model and demonstrated knowledge of contemporary research and developments in the field of learning disabilities.
Skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with Maxient higher education software.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective time management skills.
Abilities
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
Maintains a professional and patient approach when working with students, faculty, staff, and other community members.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and special projects is required.
Environment The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), can perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and college, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.
Notice Beacon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. A qualified individual with a disability may receive accommodations to support performance in the position. The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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2025-2026 Academic Pool for Learning Specialist
role at
Beacon College .
This open continuous applicant pool welcomes applicants. Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Positions will be filled by the department on an as needed basis.
Job Title Learning Specialist
Location Robey Center for Student Success
Department Student Success
Supervisor Dean of Student Success and Disability Services Coordinator
Division Academic Affairs
FLSA Classification Exempt
Job Grade TBD
Level Professional
Position Type Full-time
Job Summary The Learning Specialist supports student success by providing comprehensive academic, personal, and developmental guidance throughout a student’s college journey. This role combines academic mentoring, advising, life coaching, and advocacy to help students build effective learning strategies, strengthen executive function and study skills, and foster independence. The Learning Specialist serves as a consistent point of support for students, meeting regularly in one-on-one and group learning settings, to promote persistence, resilience, and growth.
This role also emphasizes guiding students through the transition to greater independence by scaffolding skills in self-management, decision-making, and goal setting. Accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and communication with relevant stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, and families, are integral to the position.
Above all, the Learning Specialist models care, accountability, and collaboration, creating an environment where students are empowered to succeed academically, socially, and personally.
Duties And Tasks Educational & Developmental Mentor
Monitor students’ academic performance and assist in developing compensatory strategies and positive habits to improve attendance, participation, homework, and communication.
Model, scaffold, and monitor the initiation and completion of academic assignments during one-on-one sessions and Open Learning time.
Reinforce skills development in executive function, study, technology, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Identify and support students at risk of academic or social/campus difficulties early.
Plan and implement interventions to improve academic progress throughout the semester and after the mid-term grade analysis.
Foster collaboration between departments utilizing the Triadic model to provide a seamless experience for students.
Utilize shared resources and information to avoid duplication of efforts and enhance efficiency.
Individualize support and monitoring essential to the student’s level and needs.
Academic Advisor
Clearly communicate advising policies and procedures to students.
Recommend resources such as the Student Portal and Catalog to support student success.
Help students select a course of study appropriate to interests and career goals, including developmental courses.
Assist students in developing a balanced academic plan.
Work with the Director of Advising to ensure the degree sequence is followed and provide information as requested.
Maintain effective internal communication with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Life Advisor
Help students resolve and manage conflicts and personal concerns.
Build students’ ability to work effectively with others in a learning environment.
Teach techniques for handling stress and anxiety related to learning.
Regularly check in on students’ well‑being and provide mental and physical health resources.
Support students in developing skills for expressing ideas clearly and listening actively.
Transitioning to Independence
Employ scaffolding and fading techniques.
Engage students in planning for their future.
Assist students in defining clear and achievable academic and life goals.
Increase students’ self‑awareness and social and emotional intelligence.
Educate students about life skills and refer as appropriate.
Acknowledge and develop personal choice and social responsibility.
Increase competence and confidence in students.
Recordkeeping
Summarize student level and trends in Maxient after each session.
Document in Maxient the methods and interventions used to improve students’ academic performance.
Update Maxient with other pertinent session information.
Review Canvas records posted by faculty on a weekly basis.
Update Student of Concern document weekly.
Record number of student visits and report figures to the Dean at month‑end.
Maintain written communication with students as needed.
Update and develop students’ face‑sheets after each academic year.
Prepare scheduled communications to parents (a minimum of one to three per semester).
Other
Act as a student advocate guiding students through the accommodation process as needed.
Meet with students weekly for one-on‑one sessions and Open Learning.
Listen carefully to student concerns and suggestions and support as appropriate.
Support students’ well‑being and success with genuine care and concern.
Provide opportunities for students to engage with peers, faculty, and staff through clubs, events, and activities.
Continuously develop expertise in industry standards and emerging practices and share best practices with colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A Master’s degree in an educational or counseling discipline related to the work of the Student Success Center is required; advanced graduate studies preferred.
Content and pedagogical proficiency required.
Experience working with students with learning differences in an educational setting preferred.
Comprehensive understanding of the mission of Beacon College and its undergraduate support model and demonstrated knowledge of contemporary research and developments in the field of learning disabilities.
Skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with Maxient higher education software.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective time management skills.
Abilities
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
Maintains a professional and patient approach when working with students, faculty, staff, and other community members.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and special projects is required.
Environment The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), can perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and college, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.
Notice Beacon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. A qualified individual with a disability may receive accommodations to support performance in the position. The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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