Washington State University
The Academic Specialist role at Washington State University Tri-Cities supports the GEAR UP program by mentoring and advising middle school students in Walla Walla, WA to enhance their college and career readiness. This position focuses on increasing academic performance through direct tutoring, developing positive behaviors, and fostering non-cognitive skills. The specialist collaborates with staff, teachers, and counselors to achieve grant outcomes and monitor student data for reporting purposes.
Headquarters
Pullman, Washington, United States
Company Size
5001-10000 employees
Founded
1890
Washington State University (WSU) is a public research university headquartered in Pullman, Washington, with a statewide system that includes six campuses, eleven academic colleges, and extension offices serving all 39 Washington counties and the Colville Reservation. WSU conducts interdisciplinary research across areas such as agriculture and natural resources, engineering, health sciences, and the social sciences, supported by multiple research and extension centers. The university emphasizes solving real-world problems, community engagement, and translating research and teaching into practical solutions for local communities, industry partners, and global audiences.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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