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A cover letter is required for consideration of this position and is to be attached as the first page of your resume. Please address, in your cover letter, your specific interest in this position, and outline the skills and experience you have that directly relate to this position.

Please visit http://www.nursing.umich.edu/ for more information about the School.

The University of Michigan, School of Nursing (UMSN), Office of Undergraduate Studies is seeking an Instructional Learning Senior. This role enhances student learning through co-curricular programming-such as open office hours, one-on-one tutoring, exam review sessions, and structured exam preparation workshops-designed to supplement didactic coursework. In this student-facing position, the Instructional Learning Senior meets regularly with learners who need additional academic support, connecting them with appropriate campus resources when necessary. They also co-lead Science Learning Circle sessions in collaboration with student leaders, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment. The Instructional Learning Senior also participates in undergraduate program meetings and science-focused initiatives to support continuous improvement in student learning and success.

Supervision is received from the Director(s) of Undergraduate Nursing Education.

• Provide innovative and inclusive instructional support through co-curricular activities (e.g., open office hours, exam prep learning sessions) that support students in their didactic/lab courses with supplemental activities and resources.

• Collaborate with the Faculty of Record to ensure supplemental resources align with course content

• Meet regularly with students in the sciences to support their learning needs (e.g., 1:1 tutoring, open office hours, exam review, and exam preparation sessions)

• Meet with students needing additional support regularly, connecting them to needed resources (as applicable)

• Work with the faculty of record to support the anatomy lab. 

• Lead the Science Learning Circle sessions in collaboration with student leads.

• Work closely with course faculty, student advisors, the Conway Scholars coordinator, and UG leadership to manage student issues that arise in the basic science courses

• Participate in undergraduate meetings and science-specialty focused sessions. 

• A Bachelor's degree, nursing preferred. Master's degree preferred.
• Deep understanding of basic sciences with experience in education pedagogy and didactic instruction.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of the features and capabilities of basic multimedia equipment, including video equipment.
• Demonstrated experience at the intermediate level in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), Win2000, XP, Windows 10, Mac OS, and other types of databases.
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely for various mediums.
• Strong relationship-building skills are essential, including a positive communication style and the ability to work collaboratively with others. 

Attributes:

• Must demonstrate great attention to detail.
• Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in rapidly changing situations and changing information and data.
• Must be able to plan, implement, and evaluate projects.
• Must reliably coordinate multiple responsibilities and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving, decision-making, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated team spirit, dependability, and initiative.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to set priorities, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of EPIC Values: to Empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; Practice communication that is beneficial, kind, and true; Inspire and be inspired by our members' worth, significance, and integrity; Cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly, and privately.

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some office hours, and student activities will occur in the evenings.  Occasional weekends may be required. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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