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Academic Specialist jobs are open across higher education, K-12 school districts, educational nonprofits, and government agencies, from entry-level program support to senior curriculum and instructional design roles, with specializations in curriculum development, academic advising, and student success. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Master’s degree.
- At least one year experience in academic advising (graduate assistantships experience will be considered)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with academics in an NCAA Division I athletics environment.
- Familiarity with Wright State University academic policies and programs.
- Provide proactive advising for assigned teams on matters related to NCAA initial, continuing, and transfer eligibility.
- Make assessments of academic preparedness and performance for student-athletes on assigned teams, and communicate recommendations to Athletics academic personnel, administrators, and coaches. Conduct academic interventions as needed, ensuring all academic support is compliant with Wright State, Horizon League, and NCAA policies and procedures.
- Direct student-athletes for assigned teams to campus resources, including Academic Advisors, Academic Success Centers, Disability Services, and other campus support services.
Academic Operations — 20%
- Serve as the staff supervisor for student employees engaged in academic support, hiring, training, and scheduling all Athletics Department tutors and study-tables monitors. Ensure that all academic support is conducted in compliance with Wright State University, Horizon League, and NCAA academic integrity rules and regulations.
- Ensure that all Division I student-athletes are provided with a quiet, monitored study-tables environment, free from distractions and from behaviors inconsistent with quiet study. Provide weekly study tables attendance reports to academic personnel, administrators, and coaches.
Academic Interventions — 20%
- Meet routinely with student-athletes deemed “at risk” to assess academic progress, discuss academic challenges, and provide support necessary to mitigate those challenges. Coordinate academic services as necessary, including campus services (e.g. Academic Success Centers and Office of Disability Services, etc.) and department resources (e.g. study tables, tutoring, etc.), ensuring that academic support creates no conflicts with class attendance or with sport participation
Eligibility Certification — 15%
- Collect, collate, and report data necessary for initial, continuing, and transfer eligibility of current and prospective student-athletes for assigned teams. Utilize Wright State, NCAA, and third-party software systems to document student-athletes’ progress-toward-degree for purposes of eligibility certification.
- Conduct eligibility certifications with Admissions and Enrollment Management and/or the Office of the Registrar, ensuring that all documentation and certifications comply with Wright State, Horizon League, and NCAA standards, policies, and procedures.
- When appropriate, assist with the submission of eligibility waiver requests to the NCAA on behalf of the Athletics Department, ensuring all requests comply with NCAA waiver directives.
NCAA Reporting — 10%
- Utilize NCAA software systems to collect, collate, and report data required for NCAA annual reporting, including Academic Progress Rate (APR) and Graduation Outcomes reports.
- Master’s degree.
- At least one year experience in academic advising (graduate assistantships experience will be considered)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with academics in an NCAA Division I athletics environment.
- Familiarity with Wright State University academic policies and programs.
- Provide proactive advising for assigned teams on matters related to NCAA initial, continuing, and transfer eligibility.
- Make assessments of academic preparedness and performance for student-athletes on assigned teams, and communicate recommendations to Athletics academic personnel, administrators, and coaches. Conduct academic interventions as needed, ensuring all academic support is compliant with Wright State, Horizon League, and NCAA policies and procedures.
- Direct student-athletes for assigned teams to campus resources, including Academic Advisors, Academic Success Centers, Disability Services, and other campus support services.
Academic Operations — 20%
- Serve as the staff supervisor for student employees engaged in academic support, hiring, training, and scheduling all Athletics Department tutors and study-tables monitors. Ensure that all academic support is conducted in compliance with Wright State University, Horizon League, and NCAA academic integrity rules and regulations.
- Ensure that all Division I student-athletes are provided with a quiet, monitored study-tables environment, free from distractions and from behaviors inconsistent with quiet study. Provide weekly study tables attendance reports to academic personnel, administrators, and coaches.
Academic Interventions — 20%
- Meet routinely with student-athletes deemed “at risk” to assess academic progress, discuss academic challenges, and provide support necessary to mitigate those challenges. Coordinate academic services as necessary, including campus services (e.g. Academic Success Centers and Office of Disability Services, etc.) and department resources (e.g. study tables, tutoring, etc.), ensuring that academic support creates no conflicts with class attendance or with sport participation
Eligibility Certification — 15%
- Collect, collate, and report data necessary for initial, continuing, and transfer eligibility of current and prospective student-athletes for assigned teams. Utilize Wright State, NCAA, and third-party software systems to document student-athletes’ progress-toward-degree for purposes of eligibility certification.
- Conduct eligibility certifications with Admissions and Enrollment Management and/or the Office of the Registrar, ensuring that all documentation and certifications comply with Wright State, Horizon League, and NCAA standards, policies, and procedures.
- When appropriate, assist with the submission of eligibility waiver requests to the NCAA on behalf of the Athletics Department, ensuring all requests comply with NCAA waiver directives.
NCAA Reporting — 10%
- Utilize NCAA software systems to collect, collate, and report data required for NCAA annual reporting, including Academic Progress Rate (APR) and Graduation Outcomes reports.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in academic specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education, a subject-area discipline, or instructional design
- Experience developing or evaluating curriculum aligned to academic or professional standards
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Moodle
- Ability to analyze student performance data and translate findings into program improvements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for faculty, staff, and student audiences
- Familiarity with accreditation processes, program assessment, or institutional reporting requirements
Tips for Your Academic Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each institution
Academic specialist roles vary widely between a research university, a community college, and a district office. Pull the exact language from each posting and mirror it in your resume, especially terms like 'student-centered,' 'data-informed,' or 'evidence-based practice,' which hiring committees weight heavily.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists academic specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight measurable outcomes in applications
Committees want proof your work moved a needle. Quantify outcomes wherever you can: courses redesigned, student retention rates improved, or faculty trained. Even rough figures from program reports beat vague claims about 'supporting student success' with no context.
Distinguish your credentials from generalist educators
Many applicants have teaching backgrounds. What sets academic specialists apart is depth in a specific domain, curriculum standards, instructional technology, or academic support systems. Lead your materials with that specialization, not broad classroom experience, so reviewers immediately understand your focus area.
Prepare a teaching or training demonstration
Many academic specialist searches include a demo lesson, workshop facilitation, or curriculum walkthrough as a formal interview stage. Ask your contact whether a demonstration is planned so you can prepare materials in advance rather than improvising on the spot.
Negotiate start date and professional development
Academic specialist salaries often have narrow bands set by institutional pay scales, but start dates, conference funding, and release time for research or credentialing are frequently negotiable. Raise these in the offer stage after the salary conversation, not before.
Academic Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most academic specialists?
The most active employers for academic specialists right now are Galen College of Nursing, University of Florida, and West Coast University, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. University systems, large school districts, and education-focused nonprofits tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
How many academic specialist jobs are remote?
About 67% of academic specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying significantly by sub-role. Instructional design, curriculum development, and ed-tech implementation positions are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while academic advising and student support roles typically require on-campus presence.
How do you become an academic specialist?
Start by earning at least a bachelor's degree in education, a content area, or instructional design, since most postings treat this as a minimum. Build direct experience through teaching, tutoring, curriculum writing, or program coordination roles. Develop familiarity with learning management systems and assessment tools. Pursue a master's degree if you're targeting university or district-level positions, as many prefer or require it for advancement.
How do you get hired as an academic specialist with little experience?
Focus on roles with titles like academic support specialist or program coordinator, which tend to have more flexible experience requirements than senior curriculum or instructional design positions. Volunteer curriculum work, tutoring program management, or workshop facilitation at a college, library, or nonprofit can substitute for formal job experience. Certifications in instructional design or a specific subject area also help applicants stand out when their professional history is limited.
What does the academic specialist interview process look like?
Most searches open with a phone or video screening by HR or a department coordinator, followed by a panel interview with faculty, administrators, or program staff. Many institutions add a practical component, such as a teaching demonstration, a sample curriculum review, or a data analysis exercise. Final-round candidates often meet with a dean, director, or department chair before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to academic specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to academic specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions and organizations across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through multiple platforms or sign-up flows.
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