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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for student academic assistant in the United States is $18.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Student Academic Assistants?

Student Academic Assistants are typically undergraduate or graduate students who support faculty, staff, or fellow students with academic-related tasks. Their responsibilities may include tutoring peers, helping with classroom activities, providing administrative support, or assisting with research projects. These positions help develop valuable skills and offer opportunities for professional growth while contributing to a positive learning environment.

What are some common challenges Student Academic Assistants face when supporting peers, and how can they effectively overcome them?

Student Academic Assistants often encounter challenges such as addressing diverse learning styles, managing group dynamics, and balancing their own coursework with their support responsibilities. To overcome these, it's important to communicate clearly, set boundaries, and employ active listening to understand each student's needs. Utilizing campus resources, collaborating with faculty, and staying organized can also help ensure effective support while maintaining academic performance.

What is the difference between Student Academic Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectStudent Academic AssistantTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsEnrolled students, often undergraduatesUsually graduate students or those with relevant coursework
Work EnvironmentAcademic offices, labs, librariesClassrooms, labs, lecture halls
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, collegesUniversities, colleges, sometimes K-12
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, and differencesClarifying job duties, qualifications, and expectations

Student Academic Assistants typically support administrative or academic tasks for departments and are usually undergraduates. Teaching Assistants often have more instructional responsibilities, assisting professors in teaching and grading, and are usually graduate students. Both roles are common in academic settings, but they differ mainly in responsibilities and qualifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Academic Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Academic Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, subject-matter proficiency, and often enrollment in or completion of relevant coursework. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), basic office software, and sometimes tutoring certifications are commonly required. Excellent communication, patience, and teamwork skills help support students and collaborate with faculty effectively. These abilities ensure efficient academic support, foster a positive learning environment, and enhance overall student success.
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Graduate Student Academic Advisor & Certification Specialist

Graduate Student Academic Advisor & Certification Specialist

Southern Nazarene University

Bethany, OK • On-site, Remote

$39K - $48K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Full-Time/Staff/ Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, specific hours may vary
JOB SUMMARY
The Graduate Student Academic Advisor and Certification Specialist provides critical support for a variety of different programs: Boot Camp, Master of Arts in Administration of Special Education (MAAASE), Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (MAEL), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) and Master of Science in Instructional Design Technology (MSIDT). Job responsibilities include extensive communication with prospective students, program directors, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE), as well as other offices on campus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
  • Provide academic advising for prospective and current Graduate Studies students in assigned programs from program acceptance through graduation
    • Develop a degree plan that includes core courses required for the degree and a plan for meeting any additional hours needed to graduate.
    • Monitor academic progress and work proactively to promote learner success
    • Programs currently include Boot Camp, MAASE, MAEL, MAT, MOL, and MSIDT
  • Serve as the Certification Specialist for MAASE, MAEL and Alt Cert learners:
    • Communicate with the OSDE for Boot Camp, MAASE and Alt Cert.
    • Collect information for course completion, verification, certification related letters for BootCamp, MAASE and Alt Cert.
    • Maintain spreadsheet tracking academic progress, certification, adds/drops and program changes.
  • Administrative Duties:
    • Create and submit group calendars to appropriate offices as needed
    • Manage applicants' Recruit accounts to accept and enroll them as a student
    • Use CRM to track applications and maintain communication with potential and accepted students
    • Process add/drop/Extraordinary Circumstance forms as necessary
    • Assist with the organization of and communication related to MAASE, MAEL, MAT, MOL, and MSIDT events, including orientation, workshops, and Commencement
    • Prepare monthly conferment list for registrar's office
    • Provide budget management assistance for Boot Camp, MAASE, MAEL and MAT
    • Manage and report textbook changes for each Boot Camp and cohort
    • Communicate with instructors if grades or attendance information is needed
    • Serve as the primary contact for KDP and organize membership activities
    • Process CCOSA student memberships
    • Identify and resolve student issues through collaborative problem solving
    • Assist with program advisory boards
  • Recruiting efforts:
    • Attend Conferences (register, set up & tear down, shop for supplies, etc.)
    • Maintain communication with school district personnel for networking, awareness, event participation, and student recruitment
    • Recruit BAE and Alt Cert students to program pipeline
  • Boot Camp:
    • Collect information for and send out Boot Camp related letters for OSDE
    • Coordinate with PGS Marketing to promote Bootcamps
    • Provide instructor recommendations
    • Coordinate textbook/resource acquisition for learners
    • Attend and assist with set up for the first and last Bootcamp sessions
    • Assist Adjunct instructors with setting up SNU's EdPlan
  • Other responsibilities:
    • Additional duties as assigned by leadership

Required Qualifications:
  • Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
  • As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.
  • Bachelor degree
  • Experience working education
  • Minimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant training
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment
  • Experience with various computer software applications
  • Ability to travel with possible overnight stays

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree
  • Experience in teaching/teaching certification
  • Experience in higher education
  • Ability to use technology/computer systems and work in Recruit, Advise, and Colleague CRMs

Supervision Received:
Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.
Apply Online for this position atSouthern Nazarene Careers
Benefits
Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.

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