Student-Athlete Learning Strategist

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks a Learning Specialist to manage a caseload of student athletes with learning exceptionalities and at-risk students. You will deliver evidence-based learning strategies, self-advocacy coaching, and intensive academic support.

You will administer prescreening assessments, coordinate scheduling, and assist in NCAA/ admissions documentation. Collaboration with ARC, advising staff, and tutors is essential for student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degrees above the minimum may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of student athletes with learning exceptionalities or at-risk students; provide individual and group sessions on evidence-based learning strategies and self-advocacy.
• Administer academic prescreening assessments and mediate scheduling for further evaluation.
• Assist in documentation for NCAA waivers or UNM admissions.
• Serve as a liaison to UNM’s Accessibility Resource Center.
• Collaborate with advising staff to design and implement individualized academic success plans.
• Coordinate and facilitate course and professor-specific review sessions; assist in developing programs to improve retention and graduation rates.
• Provide written reports to advisors, supervisor, and unit director as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of related experience

Job description

The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks a Learning Specialist to manage a caseload of student athletes with learning exceptionalities and at-risk students. You will deliver evidence-based learning strategies, self-advocacy coaching, and intensive academic support.

You will administer prescreening assessments, coordinate scheduling, and assist in NCAA/ admissions documentation. Collaboration with ARC, advising staff, and tutors is essential for student success.