Athletics Learning Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Learning Specialist

Requisition Number

RE50091

Working Title

Department Name

12F00:UKAA - Support Services

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Athletics Learning Specialist

Requisition Number

RE50091

Working Title

Department Name

12F00:UKAA - Support Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

44

Salary Range

$43,805-70,075/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 10 lbs.

Shift

Days, Evenings, and Weekends.

Job Summary

The Athletics Learning Specialist will have the significant opportunity of providing direct support to neurodiverse student-athletes as they transition to and matriculate through the University. Responsibilities include developing goals and establishing objectives with student-athletes; conducting individual and small group training sessions related to strategies for academic success; implementing academic support plan using active learning strategies and assistive technology as dictated by specific students’ needs; and contributing to education and professional development of

CATS

staff, tutors and mentors on learning strategies for neurodiverse student-athletes.

Must be able to comply with all

SEC

, University and

NCAA

rules and regulations.

Interested applicants should attach three documents in the Applicant Documents section of the application: a letter of application (Cover Letter), Resume (Resume), and the names and addresses of three references (Specific Requests 1). 

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

05/04/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you participated in N4A Professional Development Institute Learning Specialist track?

   • Yes
   • No

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your personal NCAA record. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation?

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA legislation?

   • Yes
   • No

6. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty?

   • Yes
   • No

7. * If you answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A

(Open Ended Question)

1. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

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