Student Support Assistant

Department Taishoff Center for Inclusive Higher Education

Job Title

Job Title Student Support Assistant

Location

Campus

Commitment to On-Campus Experience

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range

Pay Range $18.04 - $19.47

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S3

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-exempt

Hours

Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type

Unionized Position Code UA

This is a 10-month academic year position from August-mid May
The Student Support Assistant I provides support for students with disabilities who participate in the InclusiveU program at Syracuse University. A Student Support Coordinator I plays a central role in promoting an optimal inclusive social and academic higher education experience for their assigned students by assisting them with completing course requirements, participating in campus life, and working in internships.

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

• Managing and creating schedules while coordinating with various supports to accommodate student’s needs.
• Work with advisors and faculty to create and implement accommodations and modifications.

• Assist students in learning new skills and responsibilities (i.e. budgeting, time management, etc.) via timely prompting to foster independence.
• Teach students professional and personal development skills in both a classroom and internship/work setting.
• Facilitate an inclusive learning environment for students in the classroom and review coursework as needed.
• Providing support for both the students mental and physical health by accompanying them to appointments if necessary.

• Collaborate with the Taishoff Center staff to assess needs, problem-solve situations that may arise, and assist in building and implementing structures that promote efficient practices.

• Advocate for students as needed throughout the campus community.
• Outreach to various professors and programs to advocate for our students and their opportunities.
• Identify and nurture natural supports to facilitate success.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries.

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