Student Academic Specialist 2-Math/Stat Coordinator (4549U), Student Learning Ctr - #78153

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Departmental Overview

The Student Learning Center serves a global community of learners as they navigate the cultural expectations and academic rigor of UC Berkeley. Through service models that honor their diverse starting points and meet them where they are, we aim to empower all students to reach their full academic potential.

Core Values

• Deliver service with integrity.
• Approach learning as a process, not a product.
• Create innovative pedagogy and practices that optimize student learning.
• Operate from a student-centered framework.
• Respect diverse ways of knowing and learning.

Key Highlights

• Founded in 1973, serves as the primary academic support unit for UC Berkeley.
• Serves 12,000 undergraduates annually, approximately 30% of the undergraduate student population, in 12 academic and co-curricular programs.
• Employs 18 professional staff with disciplinary expertise, 300+ trained undergraduate tutors, and 20 graduate student instructors.
• Serves as the liaison between Berkeley administration and the DeCal program, a partnership that adds over 300 additional courses to the university's curriculum.
• Manages the Summer Bridge Program.

Position Summary

The Student Academic Specialist 2 (Math/Stat Coordinator) supports the delivery and operations of the SLC Math/Stat Program. This role is responsible for providing direct academic support services in mathematics and statistics while assisting with the daily coordination of program logistics. Working under the guidance of Program Directors, the incumbent applies professional knowledge to facilitate student learning, manage peer tutorial staff, and maintain alignment with campus curricula. The position plays a key role in ensuring students-particularly those navigating foundational and gateway courses-receive timely, effective, and student-centered support as they work toward academic and disciplinary success.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 05/19/2025.

Responsibilities

• Deliver established academic support services-including drop-in tutoring, exam review sessions, study groups, and adjunct sessions-to support student learning and success in lower- and upper-division Math and Statistics courses.
• Support the hiring, training, and ongoing supervision of peer tutors, including co- facilitation of training seminars, observation and feedback, and maintaining a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in daily program operations including student outreach, scheduling, usage tracking, website and system updates, and program communications.
• Stay current on UC Berkeley's Math and Statistics curriculum to ensure that services remain responsive to course content, pedagogy, and departmental shifts.
• Collaborate with faculty, SLC colleagues, and Program Directors to adapt academic support to evolving disciplinary demands and student learning needs.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students, particularly those transitioning into Math/Stat majors, to help them build academic confidence and clarify academic and professional goals.
• Participate in Center-wide committees and initiatives, contributing to the shared mission, events, and administrative operations of the Student Learning Center.

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of the learning demands in STEM disciplines, particularly mathematics and statistics, within a research university setting.
• Familiarity with learning theory and academic development, including how motivation, mindset, and cultural background influence student learning.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, UC Berkeley's Math and Statistics curriculum and align support services with course content.
• Ability to design and facilitate student-centered learning sessions, including drop-in tutoring, exam reviews, workshops, and study groups that align with course content and promote critical thinking and academic confidence.
• Ability to apply student-centered support strategies to help students engage with course material and build academic confidence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain concepts clearly and provide constructive feedback.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and support daily program operations.
• Collaborative mindset, with the ability to contribute in team settings and take initiative when needed.
• Ability to communicate information in small and large group settings.
• Ability to multitask and collaborate with others.
• Proficiency with and/or can quickly learn digital platforms and tools, including Google Workspace, Excel, CalTime, CalCentral, bCourses, Zoom, Slack, and basic website or database systems used for student outreach and program tracking.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 12-month, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension. This is a non-exempt position, which is paid biweekly at an hourly rate.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $29.31 - $42.39.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This position is eligible for up to 20% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs, and are subject to change.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

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