Student Employment - Assistant Learning Specialists

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 18,597 - 22,730; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking Assistant Learning Specialists to provide academic support to student-athletes. Candidates must be juniors or above with a minimum GPA of 3.2, and a background in education or human services is favored. Responsibilities include assisting students in developing academic skills such as time management and organizational skills.

Compensation is $13.50 per hour for undergraduates and $16.50 for graduates. This position is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and student support.

Qualifications

• Must have a junior or above academic standing.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above.
• Background or interest in education or human services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning sessions and identify students' strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborate with Academic Services staff on student-athlete support.
• Assist students with task completion during sessions.
• Complete training on best practices for supporting at-risk students.
• Provide timely communication on student progress.
• Commit to work at designated times.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate accuracy.

Skills

Academic support

Reading and writing assistance

Time management

Organization skills

Test preparation

Education

Junior or above academic classification

3.2 or above cumulative GPA

Job description

Position Overview

ECU Department of Student Development is currently seeking several Assistant Learning Specialists to support the Student‑Athlete Academic Services learning specialists in providing academic support services to student‑athletes. This position requires a semester‑long commitment and may consist of daytime and/or evening hours. In this role the specialist will aid student‑athletes in developing academic skills to become independent learners. Skill areas may include reading, writing, time management, organizational skills, note‑taking, and test preparation. The specialist also facilitates accountability by overseeing students' completion of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work with the learning specialists to plan sessions and identify students' strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborate with other Academic Services staff in strategy and management of student‑athlete academic support and academic progress.
• Assist students with task completion and skill building during assigned sessions.
• Complete initial and ongoing training with learning specialists on best practices for supporting at‑risk students including students with education‑impacting disabilities.
• Provide detailed, accurate and timely communication on progress of assigned caseload using defined reporting procedures.
• Commit to work at designated times.
• Complete all job duties while adhering to academic and professional integrity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be a junior or above academic classification with a 3.2 or above cumulative GPA. Applicants with a background or interest in education or human services fields are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

Undergraduate students: $13.50 per hour; Graduate students: $16.50 per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTY) or [e-mail].