Principal Faculty: PA Student Success Facilitator

Rocky Vista University in Englewood, CO has an opening for a

Principal Faculty - PA Student Success Facilitator (Full-Time)

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at .

SALARY:

$64,100 - $81,120 per year depending on experience and Faculty rank. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. The RVU Rank and Promotions Committee will determine rank of any finalist.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Student Success Facilitator (SSF) provides essential academic and personal support to students within the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. This role is dedicated to enhancing student learning, retention, and overall success by fostering a supportive educational environment. The SSF actively monitors and guides student progression, collaborating closely with PA program faculty and the university's Student Affairs department.

• Student Success Program Implementation & Support (25%):
  Implement and support the existing student success program aligned with the PA program's mission and vision. Assist in identifying at-risk students and collaborate on the development of personalized action plans for improvement. Track student engagement with institutional and program resources, providing input on the effectiveness of student success strategies. Participate in the evaluation of student success programs and initiatives. Monitor and recommend revisions to program benchmarks for student success referrals.
  
  Track and report on student academic progression following the implementation of success strategies.
• Remediation & Academic Coaching (30%):
  Collaborate with faculty and course directors to facilitate, monitor, and adjust individualized student remediation plans designed to address specific learner deficits. Deliver academic coaching through individual and/or group sessions, guiding students to assess performance, develop effective academic success plans, and foster personal growth. Empower students to develop effective study habits, time management skills, and strategies for overcoming academic challenges.
• Resource Coordination & Liaison (20%):
  Connect students with relevant academic resources, support services, and faculty members, ensuring holistic support throughout their educational journey. Coordinate with institutional support services to facilitate program faculty’s access and effective utilization of the RVU documentation repository. Serve as a primary liaison between students and program administration, advocating for student needs, addressing concerns, and facilitating feedback. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to support student success initiatives and retention efforts.
• Facilitation of Learning (15%):
  Conduct individual and/or group sessions to develop student skills in areas such as test-taking strategies, stress management, and effective communication. Collaborate with faculty to integrate success strategies into the…