Graduate Learning Specialist

The Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) seeks a full-time Graduate Learning Specialist for its Middletown, NY campus. The broad focus of the Graduate Learning Specialist is to work closely with graduate and medical students to assess individual learning needs, develop evidence-based study strategies, and provide ongoing academic support to help students achieve their full educational potential.

• Works with the faculty and administration to identify academically struggling students of the TouroCOM Middletown Campus, DO and MS programs, and to help these students develop and implement strategies which lead to academic success.
• Synergize with the efforts of the campus Social Worker to address problems such as exam and performance anxiety.
• Assist TouroCOM faculty in the development of best practices in teaching, academic advisement, and learning support.
• Provide workshops to students on developing effective study, learning and time management strategies.
• Assist students with the development and implementation of strategies for preparing for medical licensing exams.
• Maximize and help coordinate the use of student tutors to support learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with Graduate Learning Specialists across all TouroCOM campuses to identify and implement optimal approaches and programming to support the academic and professional success of TouroCOM DO and MS students.

Education/Experience:

• Master's degree in education, Counseling, Educational Psychology, or related field required.
• Doctor of Philosophy preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students, faculty and colleagues.
• Knowledge of learning theories and adult developmental theories.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching in a university setting, working with graduate and/or professional students, managing a tutoring program.
• Preference will be given to candidates with familiarity with medical school curricula and standardized exams of the type given by the NBOME.
• The ideal candidate will also possess knowledge of learning disabilities and provisions of reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Enthusiasm for learning and achievement
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Conceptual, analytical and organizational skills.
• Innovative and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative and productive relationships with various constituency groups.
• Familiarity with FERPA and applicable laws and regulations regarding student record, confidentiality, and student's rights and responsibilities.
• Experience with and enthusiasm for working with a diverse student, staff and faculty population within a university setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Travel: 

• Work takes place on the Middletown, NY Campus

Working Conditions: 

• Physical Demands· Extensive use of computers. 
• Excessive sitting and standing. 
• Ability to lift 5 lbs.