Academic Advisor - College of Education, Office of Undergraduate Programs

Academic Advisor - College of Education Office of Undergraduate Programs (OUP) Job Summary Provide comprehensive academic advising and support to students from all undergraduate majors and minor(s) in the College of Education. The academic advisor collaborates with students to create individualized plans that align with their interests, educational goals, and career aspirations. Additionally, they support the mission and vision of the Office of Undergraduate Programs to promote an enriching experience for all undergraduate students enrolled in Education at Illinois. Duties & Responsibilities Academic Advising • Serve as a primary academic advisor and provide holistic advising services to undergraduate students across all majors and minor(s) within the College of Education. • Assist students in understanding degree requirements, policies and procedures, and connect students to relevant support services. • Monitor student progress toward degree and licensure requirements, if applicable. • Maintain appropriate databases with accurate student records and information. • Monitor and review undergraduate student forms and petitions. • Advocate on behalf of students who are experiencing challenges and refer them to appropriate campus resources to maximize support services. • Collaborate with the assistant dean on the Education Success Initiative and provide proactive intervention to students experiencing difficulties, as reported by faculty, program coordinators, and supervisors/cooperating teachers. • Provide advising services to Parkland Pathways students in partnership with an assigned liaison at Parkland College. Programming and Recruitment • Coordinate logistics with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions (OUA) to facilitate New Student Registration. Assist new first-year and transfer students with course selection and registration. • Participate in recruitment efforts such as Prospective and Admitted IlliniFest, the Majors and Minors Fair, and all other college and university recruitment and yield events. • Assist the undergraduate admissions and recruitment coordinator with intercollegiate transfer and secondary education minor information sessions and application processes. • Meet with current Illinois students interested in transferring to the College of Education. • Facilitate College of Education programs, such as the James Scholar recognition brunch and induction meetings; attend charge ceremonies and scholarship banquets. • Provide support for the EDUC 101 First-Year Orientation Seminar course. Administrative/Other • Participate in grade audit review at the end of each academic term. • Communicate regularly with the Office of Undergraduate Programs team, academic departments, the Council on Teacher Education, and other constituencies. • Stay up-to-date with Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) policy updates. • Coordinate program development and course scheduling with the Associate Dean/Director of Teacher Education and attend meetings with program faculty and coordinators when requested. • Serve on college and university committees. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in education, counseling/social work, social sciences, or related field. • At least one year of experience in teaching (including Pre-K-12, college-level, or workplace training), admissions, advising, career counseling, or student services. Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree in education, student affairs, counseling/social work, social sciences, or related field. • At least one year of experience working with undergraduate students in higher education (e.g., teaching, student affairs, or academic affairs). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Demonstrates a strong commitment to working with culturally diverse groups. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and other constituencies. Preferred: • Knowledge of systems such as Banner, uAchieve Degree Audit, and Transferology. • Demonstrates the ability to meet the needs of undergraduate college students. Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after closing. The salary range for this position is $52,000 62,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 3, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three references. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected]. Requisition ID: 1032808 Job Category: Education & Student Services Apply at: Apply tot his job