Learning Specialist

Job Title

Learning Specialist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Title

Learning Specialist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Athletic Director

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment    

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.     

Who we are  

Texas A&M Athletics department is committed to building champions through academic achievement, athletic excellence, and national recognition of student-athletes, teams, and programs. We are a proud member of the Southeastern Conference, with more than 650 Texas A&M student-athletes competing at the NCAA Division 1-A level in 20 varsity sports. 

  

What we want 

The Learning Specialist - Scholastic Supervisor is responsible for facilitating and assessing the academic skills and abilities of an assigned group of student-athletes and providing academic skill development instruction. This individual will work with other Learning Services staff members, as well as Scholastic Supervisors, in implementing the academic support services at the Center for Student-Athlete Services.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.    

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.  

Schedule: Work flexible, non-traditional hours including some evenings, weekends and holidays to complete assigned duties.

Travel: Occasional travel.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years Athletic Academic advising at collegiate, high school or junior college level or athletic administration experience working with student-athletes at those same levels.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. General knowledge of NCAA rules. Ability to comprehend oral and written instructions. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.

• Three to five years athletic academic advising at the collegiate, high school, or junior college level or athletics.

Responsibilities

Academic Support

• Provide academic support to an assigned caseload of student-athletes who have diagnosed learning disabilities and/or accommodation needs.

• Evaluate documentation to determine the best practices to provide academic support to student-athletes. 

• Create goals and outcome objectives with assigned student-athletes based on assessment that can be monitored over time.

• Prepare daily summary reports and updates for scholastic supervisors and staff.

Learning Center Coordination

• Assist with daily supervision of assigned academic mentors. Act as a resource and provide training as needed for staff in the areas of learning development, learning strategies and identification of learning disabilities.

Evaluation and Training

• Assist with the overall evaluation process of student-athletes, including the initial screening and diagnostic testing.

• Communicate the academic needs of assigned caseload of student-athletes frequently with scholastic supervisors.

Compliance

• Maintains continual and thorough familiarity with all applicable NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.

• Establishes and ensures communication and enforcement of rules and regulations for all staff members and student workers supervised.

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time    

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

_ Instructions to Applicants: _ Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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