Academic Advisor
Company: Ivy Tech Community College
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
General Description of Position:
Provide developmental academic advising for new and continuing
students using a case management approach. Assist students in
defining personal and academic career goals, interpreting and
understanding placement scores, program curriculum and
pre-requisites, and developing basic skills to register for
courses, as appropriate. The Academic Advisor will refer students
to appropriate internal and external resources that foster student
success.
Major Responsibilities:
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to student development and
success through advocacy, positive attitude, adaptability,
approachability, problem-solving, and support
* Demonstrate developmental academic advising that assists students
in clarifying personal and academic career goals through the use of
appropriate student development, human development, and student
learning theories
* Assist students in interpreting and understanding placement
scores, program curricula, and pre-requisites, etc.
* Assist students in gaining a basic understanding of the College's
registration process and processes that need to be completed prior
to the beginning of each semester
* Maintain current knowledge of the institution's academic
programs, curriculum, practices and academic and student
policies
* Coordinate with other Student Affairs and Academic Affairs areas
to ensure accuracy of advising materials distributed to students,
faculty, and staff
* Possess a working knowledge of the various types of student
financial assistance programs
* Manage academic advising caseload in a manner that promotes
retention, persistence, and student success through proactive
interactions and interventions
* Assist students in the development of an Individualized Academic
Plan
* Monitor student progress through regular meetings,
communications, interventions, assessments, and data collection
* Maintain academic advising records in compliance with College and
the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
* Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with students,
faculty, and staff
* Utilize a communication plan to engage the college community in
the academic advising process
* Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which
all people are valued, supported, and respected
* Actively participate in professional development opportunities
and professional organizations, as well as college-wide committees,
etc.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive
list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be
assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the
parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA).
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, social
work, or related fields.
* Minimum of three (3) years of experience in academic advising,
admissions, career counseling or related higher education area is
required or one (1) year of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in college student personnel, higher education,
counseling psychology, or related discipline.
* Minimum of one to two years of relevant experience demonstrating
leadership qualities.
* Community College experience or credential.
Other Requirements:
Work Hours:
Must be available to work between the hours of:
* Saturday - Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Hiring Range:
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Keywords: Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis , Academic Advisor, Other , Indianapolis, Indiana
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