Arizona State University·Tempe, Arizona
The Learning Specialist provides academic mentoring and support to high-risk student-athletes to ensure their academic success and progress. They also coordinate the Emerging Scholars Program and ensure departmental compliance with NCAA and university regulations.
BACHELOR'S degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Directs team scheduling and maintenance, and monitors compliance and athlete eligibility, implements strategic measures to ensure proper program operations while maintaining compliance and efficiency within the department.
The Learning Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the academic development and success of Arizona State University student-athletes. This position serves as an academic mentor to high-risk student-athletes, coordinates the Emerging Scholars Program (ESP), and manages learning development efforts. The Learning Specialist is responsible for providing individualized academic support and monitoring academic progress. The position adheres to NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the department, the university and the Arizona Board of Regents. Position
$52,000 - $58,000; depends on experience Essential Duties: Academic Mentoring and Support: Serve as the primary academic mentor for high-risk student-athletes across all sports. Conduct regular individual and group academic meetings focused on developing and reinforcing learning strategies. Develops and/or strengthens academic skills including time management, organization, study skills, subject specific tutoring (math, science, general studies), and prioritization across all related subject areas. Create and maintain individualized academic calendars highlighting key assignments and exam dates. Track academic progress through grade monitoring tools and project semester outcomes. Communicate student progress regularly with Academic Coaches. Program Coordination and Training: Assist in coordinating the Emerging Scholars Program to monitor and support academically at-risk student-athletes. Assist with scheduling mentoring and tutoring assignments. Assist with the administration of assessment tools (e.g., reading, writing, study skills) for incoming student-athletes. Deliver training and ongoing support for OSAD staff, academic mentors, and tutors in effective learning strategies. Develop and implement educational workshops for student-athletes and staff, covering key academic skills. Administrative & Compliance: Attend required SDA/OSAD meetings, trainings, workshops, and orientations. Maintain compliance with NCAA, Big-12, and university academic support regulations. Assist with program assessments and contribute to continuous improvement of academic support services. Adhere to the Family Educational Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA) and HIPPA guidelines. Appropriate use of Teamworks Academics, Hub, TCR, Peoplesoft, or other NCAA/University learning software. Programming Responsibilities: Programming to be determined. Each staff member has oversight of an OSAD/SDA project or program. Other duties as assigned. Desired Qualifications: Evidence of a master’s degree in a related field is preferred. Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills. Evidence of strong attention to detail, organization and coordination. Experience working with student-athletes or high-risk student populations in a post-secondary academic support setting. Strong knowledge of learning strategies, assessment tools, and accommodations for students with learning disabilities. Familiarity with FERPA and HIPAA regulations. Experience in NCAA rules and regulations. Experience in relating effectively with students, coaches, staff members and faculty Experience in creating individual academic support plans and graduation plans. Experience in referring student-athletes to appropriate college campus resources in an effort to provide assistance for academic success. Experience in work that required conducting self with uncompromising integrity, exercising sound judgment and handling sensitive, confidential information with discretion, according to FERPA guidelines. Working Environment: Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting. Required to stand for limited lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Periodic bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the Big 12 conference.
The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.
The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.
ASU offers up to 24 hours of professional development opportunities per year and a competitive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, free mental health resources, employee discounts and more. In particular, ASU offers a generous tuition discount for employees, their spouses, dependents and retirees. Working in SDA also provides unique access to sporting events and athletic-related discounts.
For more information on ASU benefits, please visit http://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefitsenrollment. Driving Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with a master's degree preferred. Strong knowledge of learning strategies, NCAA rules, and experience working with student-athletes or high-risk populations is required.
Market context
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