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Football Academic Support Assistant (ASA) at The Pennsylvania State University
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, IL
Education
Posted 0 days ago
Job Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty staff technical service or student) please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSThe Morgan Academic Center at Penn State University is accepting applications for a Football Academic Support Assistant (ASA) to work with a diverse caseload of students performing various duties and responsibilities to assist the Morgan Academic Center Academic Advisers.This crucial role is designed to provide an opportunity for a post-baccalaureate individual to gain experience in the field of academic support for student-athletes. This position is a 10-month commitment with an opportunity for renewal. This position does not include graduate tuition fees or benefits.Minimum Requirements:Bachelors degree or higherDemonstrate strong communication organizational and professionalism skillsWork a maximum of (25) hours per week scheduled during regular daytime evening and weekend hours.Responsibilities include:Attend all Emerging Professionals programming and monthly meetingsAttend weekly/bi-weekly learning services and academic adviser meetingsWork one-on-one with an assigned caseload of student-athletes by assessing academic needs creating and providing instructional support for tailored academic support plans to improve academic self-efficacy and learning outcomes.Enhance learning in areas including goal setting time management organization note-taking college reading and writing study and test preparation self-advocacy critical thinking and problem-solving.Monitor student progress and foster academic growth and development through weekly scheduled appointments with assigned students.Complete session reports attend ongoing professional development trainings and uphold all compliance rules as well as MAC policies and procedures.Additional duties may include assisting Learning Services staff with ongoing projects to enhance the overall operation of the MACs Learning Services unit such as tutoring mentoring facilitating educational sessions and other duties as assigned.Execute consistent and effective communication with your supervisor other MAC full-time and part-time staff and students.Maintain strict adherence to NCAA regulations B1G Ten regulations university policies and MAC procedures and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professional conduct.To apply for this position please submit your application materials online. The application process includes filling out a form uploading your resume and cover letter and providing references. Expected start date: January 5th 2026.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis but we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESThis position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlines Key Skills Gems Jewellery,Flight Operations,Logistics & Administration,Analysis,Claims Investigation Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1
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