The academic coordinator works directly with students to identify and implement appropriate interventions as necessary.
The successful candidate will work primarily with Football student athletes.
Utilize research-based learning strategies to improve student outcomes with reading, writing, and time management, and counsel students on matriculation/graduation requirements, the course selection process, and relevant institutional policies.
The ability to anticipate issues, properly assess pertinent data, and develop/implement practical solutions to complex issues.
A high degree of self-motivation, work ethic, organization, attention to detail, and productivity with an ability to manage time, set and meet deadlines, and independently follow through on duties as assigned.
Project genuineness and warmth as a service-oriented communicator.
Anticipate student needs and act to address them.
The ability to communicate and work collaboratively within the football academic support team and within the student athlete support unit is essential to success in this role.
This individual will be a member of the department's academic support unit and will report to Jacqueline Davis, Director of Academic Services.
To maintain our reputation for quality and integrity, and to inspire confidence in each other, this individual will commit to Duke's shared values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery and excellence.
Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in counseling, social work, education, student development, athletic administration, or related field.
Experience as an academic advisor, learning specialist, instructor or counselor.
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population of students, coaches, and university partners.
To meet the needs of a unique, diverse group of students, successful candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule.
Duke University is a private research university located in Durham, North Carolina. Duke is a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference and sponsors 27 varsity sports, Recreation and Physical Education and the Duke University Golf Club.