Learning Specialist Ii - Austin, United States - University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas at Austin
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Description

Job Posting Title:
Learning Specialist II

  • Hiring Department:
Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Position Open To:
All Applicants

  • Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40

  • FLSA Status:
Exempt

  • Earliest Start Date:
May 22, 2024

  • Position Duration:
Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

  • Job Details:
General Notes

Purpose

To serve as a Learning Specialist in Intercollegiate Athletics Student Services at the University of Texas at Austin.


Responsibilities:


  • Designs and implements structured, evidencebased, individualized academic interventions for assigned studentathletes including instruction in areas of academic skill and strategy weakness.
  • Provides instruction in areas including reading comprehension, note taking, test taking, time management, study skills, concentration, memory, motivation, faculty interaction, classroom engagement, and other learning strategies.
  • Proactively seeks out studentathletes to provide assistance, resources and supplemental instruction in specific courses as needed.
  • Collaborates with Academic Coordinators for assigned teams to determine caseload and individual student need, evaluate course demands, and develop individualized learning and skill development plans within the established academic support structure.
  • Communicates frequently, effectively, and consistently with Student Services staff regarding both general and specific aspects of studentathlete academic progress, concerns or recommendations.
  • Administers and interprets academic screening of studentathletes for learning or attention needs. Communicate with students, academic staff, and coaches regarding the needs indicated by screening.
  • Creates individual Learning Profiles for all incoming undergraduate students using an existing template.
  • Assists studentathletes with Disability and Access registration and ongoing use of services.
  • Assists in ongoing hiring and training of Academic Tutors to share general study strategies and academic interventions. Provides oversight and direction for parttime staff outside of official trainings.
  • Assists with ongoing administration and evaluation of Learning Services programs.
  • Collaborates with learning assistance partners across campus units, including the Sanger Learning Center and the University Writing Center.
  • Provides support to the Assistant Director, Learning Services in administering special projects and programs related to Learning Services.
Required Qualifications

Master's degree. At least one year of experience tutoring, teaching, or supporting student learning at the college level. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students requiring various levels of academic support, including high-need students. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to maintain sensitive, confidential, and comprehensive information. Familiarity with academic screening tools and diagnostic learning assessments.

Ability to work independently and to contribute positively to a team of professionals dedicated to the academic success of student-athletes.

_Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate._

Preferred Qualifications

A combination of three years of experience tutoring, teaching, or supporting student learning at the college level. Experience working with NCAA student-athletes in an academic program. Experience planning and conducting training sessions, workshops, or other structured activities for students and/or tutoring staff. Experience interpreting education-impacting disability documentation. Knowledge of Canvas, Teamworks, Retain, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Workday platforms. Knowledge of assistive learning technology. Prior experience with writing centers or writing programs.

Driving Required

Salary Range

$50,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions- May work around standard office conditions. Use of manual dexterity. Climbing of stairs. Lifting and moving.

Required Materials- Resume/CV- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor- Letter of interest

  • Employment Eligibility:
  • Retirement Plan Eligibility:
  • Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

  • Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an

equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

  • Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about
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