Learning Specialist/Academic Coordinator

Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors-International; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Learning Specialist/Academic Coordinator in Greensboro, NC, to support student-athletes with learning disabilities. This role involves managing compliance with NCAA academic eligibility rules and fostering relationships within the academic environment, requiring a Master’s degree and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is a prerequisite for this position.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee programs for student-athletes with learning disabilities.
• Serve as Academic Coordinator for 4-5 teams, managing NCAA regulations.
• Develop relationships between student-athletes, coaches, and faculty.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

The Learning Specialist/Academic Coordinator is responsible for the supervision and overseeing of the development and implementation of programs and services designed to meet the needs of student-athletes diagnosed with specific learning disabilities and/or considered to be at risk academically. In addition, the individual will serve as an Academic Coordinator for 4-5 teams which manages the NCAA rules and regulations regarding academic eligibility and day to day academic success. Lastly, the position will develop and coordinate an organized effort to enhance and nurture the relationship between the student-athlete and SASS and the student-athletes, coaches and faculty.

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is a prerequisite for this position.
Experience in education/school counseling, or in a Division I athletic institution, or combination of both.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educations, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
Ability to foster and maintain working relationships with various athletic and University constituencies.
This position requires evening and weekend assignments.