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Learning Specialist Ii Jobs

Company

Howard University
Address , Washington, Dc
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-10-01
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
SUMMARY
Howard Athletics Student-Athlete Support Services is currently accepting applications for the position of Learning Specialist. This is an experienced, full-time position with full benefits. The Learning Specialist is responsible for working individually with student-athletes needing additional assistance with academic strategies for success. S/He will also have advisory responsibilities as well. Student-Athlete Support Services is responsible for providing academic and holistic support for almost 500 student-athletes representing 21 sports throughout the academic year and summer sessions. Howard University sponsors NCAA Division-I sports and is a member of the MEAC and NEC Conferences.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide assigned teams with academic counseling and support by modeling best practices in the areas of study skills and development
  • Work in conjunction with University disability services and counseling services to ensure proper documents and assessment procedures are in place and followed for student-athletes needing and receiving services
  • Assist in the overall planning and presentation of the summer and fall new student-athlete orientation and summer bridge programming
  • Assess, identify, and implement strategies and programs specific to the academic and personal need of the student-athlete
  • Maintain files and data, as appropriate, for institutional reporting purposes
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Work collaboratively with individuals from the athletic and academic communities
  • Design and implement services and interventions based on best practices for student-athletes with learning disabilities and/or academically at-risk
  • Maintain working knowledge of NCAA, MEAC, and University policies, rules, and guidelines related to the position
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Ability to excel in fast-paced work environment
  • 2-3 years experience working with disability services, and/or academically at-risk student populations
  • Strong communication skills, both oral, verbal, and written
  • Ability and willingness to work unconventional hours throughout academic year
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Master’s degree in college student personnel, counseling, education or related discipline
  • Experience advising college students
  • Experience with learning strategies and theories to promote student motivation and skills development