Senior Learning Specialist

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

State retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Senior Learning Specialist to serve as an academic support counselor for student-athletes and to design instructional plans for those needing college-level preparation. The role collaborates with academic counselors and tutors to foster holistic learning and engagement.

You will lead in time management, critical thinking development, and study skills while providing ongoing training to tutors and maintaining study resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years in athletic academic support is required.
• Familiarity with NCAA rules, eligibility, academic advising, and Big Ten rules.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Master's degree with athletic academic support experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success working with student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an academic support counselor for student-athletes.
• Design and implement instructional plans for under-prepared students.
• Provide time management and academic skill building with tutors.
• Meet with students individually and in small groups to implement plans.
• Provide training to tutors on learning strategies and maintain resources.

Skills

Academic advising

Student-athlete support

Diversity & inclusion

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Senior Learning Specialist

Department

Undergraduate Education | Student Athlete Support Services

Description

• Serves as an academic support counselor for students-athletes.
• Works to provide a supportive learning environment for all student-athletes in SASSO.
• Identifies the student-athletes skill set for college level work.
• Designs and implements strategic instructional plans for student-athletes under-prepared for college.
• Assists with time management and academic skill building, partnering with academic counselors and tutors, to provide a holistic approach to academic support and engagement.
• Engages in small groups and in individual meetings with implantation of academic plans.
• Develops and implements learning interventions and study strategies in the areas of time management, critical thinking, reading, and writing, taking notes, test taking, etc.
• Provides objective based study hall and academic skill building sessions.
• Provides on-going professional training to tutors in learning strategies for student-athletes and develops and maintains file resources related to study skills and learning strategies.
• Meets with prospective student athletes and families when requested.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with other SASSO staff to implement the learning support program and provide a supportive learning environment for all student-athletes.
• Prepares reports as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a full range of instructional activities, including individual and group, skill development, classroom management and tutoring.
• Ability to execute in a fast-paced environment while independently representing both the University and Athletics.
• Understand and operate under SASSO best practices to ensure academic integrity, transparent communication, and student-athlete success.
• Must possess outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.
• A flexible schedule, including working evenings and weekends is required.
• Aid in SASSO initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
• Abide by FERPA.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience within the field of athletic academic support is required.
• Familiarity with NCAA Rules, eligibility, academic advising, and Big Ten Conference Rules.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, including different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Desired: Master's Degree with at least 4 years of athletic academic support experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success working with student-athletes.

Additional Information

There are two (2) positions available.

Job Profile

Student Athlete Services Specialist 3

Function: Athletics

Sub-function: Student Athlete Services

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized Career Level: S3

Location

Younkin Success Center (0052)

Position Type

Regular

Schedule

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Hiring

Hiring 2 positions - 1 Men's Basketball/Olympic and 1 Football/Olympic.

Salary

$48,200 - $61,000

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

About Ohio State

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