Learning Specialist

Ranked #46 in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University-Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers-Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University-Camden among its "Best Bang for the Buck" universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers-Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.

Rutgers University-Camden is seeking a Learning Specialist in the Center for Learning and Student Success ( CLASS). Reporting to the Assistant Director of CLASS, the Learning Specialist plays a key role in improving student retention and persistence by providing academic support, designing targeted interventions, and leveraging data to address students' unique challenges. The Learning Specialist delivers individualized and group support to undergraduate students through one-on-one coaching, group coaching, and skill-building sessions tailored to diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities include conducting learning assessments, developing personalized learning plans, and maintaining curriculum materials in the learning management system (Canvas). The Learning Specialist supports the planning and delivery of in-person and virtual programming, utilizing strong technical and content development skills to create effective, real-time, digital, and multimedia learning resources.

Additional duties involve developing and coordinating support services that promote students' academic preparedness throughout the year, particularly during summer and winter sessions. The Learning Specialist collaborates with campus partners to design and implement academic support interventions grounded in learning theory for students of concern.

Ongoing evaluation of student progress and the effectiveness of academic support services is central to the role. The Learning Specialist collects and analyzes data, including academic performance, participation, retention, and student feedback, to demonstrate impact, support continuous improvement, and ensure that programs remain responsive to student needs.

Finally, the Learning Specialist actively participates in campus outreach and student success initiatives, including resource fairs and orientation programs, to promote services and foster engagement among both new and returning students.

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

The successful candidate must have a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, education, humanities, or a related field. Requires at least two years of experience delivering academic learning support for undergraduate students at a university setting, and/or two years of experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of collegiate learning strategies and methodologies for individuals and groups, and/or experience managing the operations of a collegiate learning center.

Additional strongly preferred qualifications:

The following skills and experience are also required:

* Working knowledge of instructional design theory and adult learning principles.

* Experience designing and applying assessment strategies to evaluate learning effectiveness.

* Ability to process/analyze complex information and effectively communicate it to students, parents, and/or administrators.

* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

* Experience with training, public speaking, and/or conducting presentations.

* Ability and willingness to work collaboratively.

* Attention to detail and the ability to follow through with assisting students

MS Office, internet, tutoring software databases, student information systems, and other computer-based platforms including EAB and Qualtrics. Incumbent may use social media tools to communicate with students and tutors.

Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours in addition to the standard workweek.