- Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
About the Role:
The Academic Advisor plays a crucial role in supporting students throughout their educational journey at Hialeah Campus. This position is responsible for guiding students in their academic planning, ensuring they are aware of available resources and opportunities for personal and professional development. The advisor will work closely with students to help them navigate challenges, set achievable goals, and make informed decisions about their academic paths. By fostering a supportive and engaging environment, the Academic Advisor contributes to student retention and success. Ultimately, this role aims to empower students to reach their full potential and achieve their educational aspirations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field.
- Experience in academic advising or student affairs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s in psychology, Counseling or Educational Leadership. Master level Preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, customer service and be able to work in a team environment.
- Communicate effectively in written and oral form in both English and Spanish.
- Experience in community outreach and student recruitment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one academic advising to students, helping them understand degree requirements and course selection.
- Develop and implement programs that promote student engagement and community outreach.
- Assist students in identifying career goals and provide resources for career counseling and job placement.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student development initiatives and support services.
- Monitor student progress and intervene when necessary to ensure academic success and retention.
Skills:
The required skills in student affairs and academic advising are essential for effectively guiding students through their educational experiences. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are utilized daily to build rapport with students and understand their unique needs. Skills in community outreach and student engagement are leveraged to create programs that foster a sense of belonging and support among the student body. Career counseling abilities are applied to help students explore their career options and connect them with relevant resources. Additionally, staff development skills are important for collaborating with colleagues to enhance the overall student experience.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, or related field
- Experience in academic advising or student affairs
What We Do
Florida National University, formerly Florida National College was established in 1982 and has been serving the South Florida community for more than 41 years. FNU currently graduates more than 1600 student per year and has more than 23,000 satisfied alumni that graduated or completed one or more of the many programs offered at FNU. Florida National University is a proprietary, urban commuter senior university offering the Masters in Business Administration; Bachelor Degrees in Accounting, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Health Services Administration, Legal Studies, and Nursing; as well as associate degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs in the following fields: accounting, business, computer technology, criminal justice, dental technology, education, English as a Second Language, nursing, medical technology, paralegal, radiology, and ultrasound. Mission Statement The purpose of Florida National University is to contribute to the education of a population of diverse, presently predominantly Hispanic, cultures. The University realizes this mission through the employment and development of a faculty of scholars who are proficient in the art of teaching. The University strives to prepare the students for employment in their chosen career or advanced studies through the acquisition of the required skills and knowledge needed for the successful completion of the program of studies. Florida National University strives to provide the educational facilities and resources that support intensive sessions of study in small classes, in order to foster in the student the attainment of a quality university education according to the student’s personal goals, and the advancement of modern technology. Furthermore, Florida National University provides educational and cultural programs intended to enrich the community it serves.
