Academic Support & Intervention Specialist

Newman University • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

Newman University is seeking a student-focused Academic Support & Intervention Specialist to support campus initiatives that promote student persistence, retention, and success. This role coordinates academic intervention programs, tutoring services, and ADA accommodations while working closely with faculty and campus departments to support students who may be academically at risk

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field
• Experience in student success services such as tutoring, academic intervention, or ADA support preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff
• Commitment to supporting Newman’s Catholic mission and inclusive campus community
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred in a related field
• Experience in student success services such as tutoring, academic intervention, or ADA support preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate academic intervention efforts and support students identified through early intervention and midterm downgrade reporting
• Provide guidance and coordinate accommodations for students with documented disabilities in compliance with ADA requirements
• Manage and promote tutoring services, including recruiting and coordinating peer tutors
• Collaborate with campus partners to support student placement, experiential learning credit processes, and student success initiatives
• Assist with assessment and analysis of student success data to inform retention strategies
• Support operations and outreach for the Student Success Center

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level