Learning Specialist Job at George Washington University
Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary:
The George Washington University Department of Athletics and Recreation, an NCAA Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition.
Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.
Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Educational Support Services the Learning Specialist will support the Educational Support Services program by performing the following duties:
Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.
Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Educational Support Services the Learning Specialist will support the Educational Support Services program by performing the following duties:
- Develops individualized learning profiles and educational development plans for at-risk student-athletes.
- Works with individual and groups of student athletes to teach academic skills in the areas of reading, writing, organization, time management, testing, and other general study skill areas. Monitors and counsel’s student-athletes during supervised study sessions; Assists and monitors assignment progress, and adjusts tutoring accordingly.
- Oversees FYE (First Year Experience) Workshops; develops and implements lesson plans, trains academic advisors on course materials, and coordinates with coaches/advisors to schedule workshops for all first-year student-athletes.
- Management and oversight of the Athletic Department Tutoring Program; recruits and hires all tutors; manages database for tutor requests and assignments; handles all payroll and payment tracking of tutors.
- Management and oversight of the Athletic Department Study Hall; recruits and hires all study hall monitors; manages schedule and training; handles all payroll and payment tracking of study hall monitors.
- Generates reports for administrators and coaches concerning academic progress of assigned student-athletes.
- Meets with prospective student-athletes and their families to explain the resources available through the Educational Support Services office.
- Communicates regularly with university faculty and officials to assist in coordination of student-athletes academic plans.
- Serve as liaison to Office of Disability Support Services (DSS).
- Coordinates and maintains all requests for psycho-educational/learning disability testing; Assist in evaluation for testing and referral to DSS as necessary.
- Serve as liaison for Academic Commons and University Writing Center; schedule workshops with writing center consultants for student-athletes.
- Other duties as assigned.
The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant domestic travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced coursework in teaching, special education and/or higher education
- Experience working in higher education
- Experience working with student-athletes
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgrounds
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work non-traditional hours, including occasional nights/weekends
- Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural questions and prioritize workload
- Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Typical Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:
Athletics and Recreation
Family
Student Affairs
Sub-Family
Academic Advising
Stream
Individual Contributor
Level
Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (evenings and weekends as necessary)
Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Yes
Employee Onsite Status
Hybrid
Telework:
No
Required Background Check:
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?
No
Posting Number:
S012144
Job Open Date:
05/17/2023
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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