Jobs in Reading, PA

About the role

Job Summary: The Student Support Specialist is a part-time faculty member responsible for providing structured, proactive academic and professional support to students enrolled in the BSN pre-licensure nursing program as well as course instruction as needed within the BSN Pre-Licensure program. This role directly supports student achievement, progression, and retention through faculty-led advising, early intervention, and coordination of academic and institutional support services. Consistent with CCNE Standards III, IV, and V , this faculty position contributes to a learning environment that promotes student success, equity, professional formation, and safe preparation for nursing practice. Qualifications: • Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) • Current, unencumbered RN license (Pennsylvania or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure). • Experience in nursing education, academic advising, student support, or a related in higher education. • Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations in academically rigorous environments. • Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills. Essential Functions: • Provide ongoing, faculty-level academic support and advising to pre-licensure BSN students. • Identify students at risk for academic or clinical difficulty and implement early, structured interventions. • Support students in navigating progression requirements, policies, and professional expectations. • Assist students during key transition points, including program entry, clinical placement initiation, and progression following academic or personal interruption. • Collaborate with faculty, course coordinators, and program leadership to monitor student progression and outcomes. • Participate in early-alert processes and follow up directly with students requiring additional support. • Support development and implementation of student remediation and success plans consistent with program policies. • Contribute to retention and progression strategies aligned with program outcomes and accreditation expectations. • Assist in scheduling remediation and activities for the Clinical Judgement Support Program. • Collaborate with nursing faculty to support a respectful, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. • Serve as a liaison between students and faculty regarding academic concerns and pathways for support. • Facilitate appropriate referrals to institutional resources (advising, accessibility services, counseling, wellness) while maintaining faculty oversight and accountability. • Participate in program meetings and activities related to student support, assessment, and quality improvement. • Assist in identifying trends related to student success, challenges, and barriers to progression. • Support documentation related to accreditation standards, program evaluation, and continuous improvement. • Uphold policies related to academic integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct. University Responsibilities: • University Responsibilities as per the Faculty handbook • Attend nursing program faculty meetings, as indicated. • Attend course or level meetings, as appropriate. • Participate in faculty governance, commencement, nursing pinning, and other university ceremonies • Participate in annual faculty evaluation and goal setting processes, consistent with rank and in accordance with the Faculty Handbook Physical Requirements and Workload: • Part-time faculty appointment (e.g., 0.5 FTE), with workload aligned to institutional faculty policies. • Responsibilities primarily focused on student support, advising, and programmatic collaboration rather than didactic course instruction. • Participation in designated faculty meetings, orientation activities, and relevant program initiatives. • Presence on campus required; limited remote work may be permitted per institutional policy.

What you'll bring

• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN)
• Current, unencumbered RN license (Pennsylvania or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure).
• Experience in nursing education, academic advising, student support, or a related in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations in academically rigorous environments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills.