DESCRIPTION:

The Academic Advisor – Student Course Recovery Specialist is responsible for supporting students at risk of academic failure or those who have been unsuccessful in their courses. This role emphasizes proactive intervention, personalized recovery planning, and holistic academic advising to help students regain momentum in their educational journey.
Grounded in Indigenous values and perspectives, the advisor collaborates with students, faculty, learning strategists, and support services to develop and execute strategies that promote academic success and retention. This role combines individualized case management with advocacy to ensure a culturally responsive and supportive learning environment.

Student Case Management

• Maintain a caseload of students identified as at risk or unsuccessful in one or more courses.
• Conduct one-on-one advising sessions to assess academic challenges, barriers, and personal circumstances.
• Develop individualized course recovery plans, incorporating strategies such as tutoring, time management, and study skill-building.
• Provide referrals to appropriate support services, including accessibility accommodations, counseling, or financial aid resources.

Academic Monitoring and Support

• Track student progress regularly, monitoring milestones and updating recovery plans as needed.
• Communicate proactively with students about recovery goals, deadlines, and available resources.
• Collaborate with learning strategists to design and deliver targeted workshops or support sessions, such as test-taking strategies or study skills.

Faculty Collaboration

• Partner with faculty to understand course requirements, identify performance gaps, and address academic challenges.
• Facilitate discussions with faculty on academic expectations, assignment completion, and grading policies as they relate to individual recovery plans.

Advocacy and Retention

• Advocate for at-risk students to ensure they have access to necessary resources and accommodations.
• Recommend retention strategies and program adjustments to improve course recovery outcomes.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership to address systemic barriers impacting student success.

Data Tracking and Reporting

• Use the Student Information System (e.g., ORBUND) and Learning Management Systems (LMS) to document advising interactions, track student progress, and maintainaccurate case notes.
• Prepare weekly and quarterly reports summarizing recovery efforts, student success rates, and recommendations for improvement.

Holistic and Culturally Responsive Support

• Provide advising that incorporates Indigenous knowledge, cultural perspectives, and traditional teachings.
• Collaborate with Cultural Advisors to integrate cultural supports into recovery plans.
• Engage students in culturally grounded activities that build resilience and community connection.