University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development department of Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education is seeking candidates for Educational Support Specialists to support, guild and mentor full time/part time graduate, undergraduate, and non-degree students in various areas of emphasis. The incumbent(s) will provide programmatic guidance, student mentorship, limited advising, and other student support services as needed. 

A bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required a master’s degree in education is preferred. A minimum of 3 years of teaching in a secondary or post-secondary setting or providing student support services in a post-secondary setting is also referred.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a current CV/Resume and Professional References. Search on requisition number: R0030366.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  This position will require an Education Verification (FSAKA)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Three years
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.