Assistant/Associate Director of Learning Support

Baylor University; Waco (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Baylor University in Waco, Texas seeks a Learning Support Specialist to guide student-athletes in developing study and organizational skills and to create individualized learning plans. You will work with athletes, coaches, faculty and athletics staff to promote academic success and compliance with rules.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and staying current with educational trends to support students with learning disabilities.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience working with students with learning disabilities.

Aufgaben

• Meet one-on-one with a caseload of student-athletes to develop study and organizational skills.
• Create individualized learning plans and assess academic progress.
• Produce detailed daily session reports.
• Explore current educational trends for students with learning concerns.
• Develop and implement academic programming for selected student-athletes.
• Support the academic screening process for incoming student-athletes.
• Assist with Learning Assistant programming oversight.
• Assist with training within the Assistant Development Program.
• Ensure compliance with Baylor University policies, Big 12 and NCAA rules.
• Communicate any NCAA infractions to Athletic Compliance staff promptly.
• Perform other duties to support Baylor’s mission and attendance.

Kenntnisse

Academic guidance

Learning strategies

Time management

Study skills

Ausbildung

Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

What We Are Looking For

This position provides support within learning support services at Baylor University, is responsible for providing academic guidance, developing personalized learning strategies, and fostering skills such as time management, organization, and effective study techniques for qualifying student-athletes. The ability to interact with a wide range of constituents including student-athletes, coaches and athletics staff, faculty, and campus partners is essential. The ideal candidate must have prior experience working with students with learning disabilities from diverse backgrounds.

A Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience are required. A Master's degree and 5 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Meet one-on-one with a caseload of student-athletes to work on developing study and organizational skills
• Create individualized learning plans for students and assess their academic progress
• Produce detailed and accurate daily session reports
• Explore current educational trends for students with learning concerns
• Help develop and implement academic programming for select group of student-athletes
• Support the facilitation of the academic screening process for incoming student-athletes
• Assist with programming and oversight of the Learning Assistant programming
• Assist with the facilitation and training within the Assistant Development Program
• Assist in requiring all intercollegiate athletic programs to maintain compliance with Baylor University policies and procedures, as well as Big 12 conference and NCAA rules and regulations
• Communicate immediately any possible NCAA infractions to the Athletic Compliance staff
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go toBaylor Benefits & Advantages.

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