LEARNING SPECIALIST (4545U), ATHLETIC STUDY CENTER - 70973

Company: College of Charleston
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: October 29, 2024

Job Description:

Learning Specialist (4545U), Athletic Study Center - #70973

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Job ID: 70973
Location: Main Campus-Berkeley
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
The Athletic Study Center (ASC) promotes transformative academic development and sees academic success as a developmental process. Our primary support services include academic advising, academic support, and academic discovery.
Position Summary
The Learning Specialist position supports the academic and personal development of student athletes. This position works closely with the Learning Specialist Coordinator, Academic Advisors, and other Learning Specialists to assess the academic and holistic needs of student athletes and coordinate specialized programs and services.
Responsibilities

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• Serves as a learning specialist for a caseload of student athletes from various teams.
  
• Oversees and provides necessary academic support such as skill building, exam preparation, writing skills, etc.
  
• Develops and monitors individual learning plans for student athletes assigned to their caseload.
  
• Monitors student progress throughout each semester.
  
• Communicates with Academic Advisors to keep them informed and involved with the academic and degree progress of student athletes.
  
• Assists advisors in preparing academic progress reports.
  
• Collaborates with advisors to address scheduling and other related issues.
  
• Determines barriers affecting a student's academic success and makes appropriate referrals for additional support.
  
• Works with Assistant Director to support various academic support programming.
  
  Required Qualifications
  
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• Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
  
• Knowledge of multiple majors, colleges, and schools.
  
• Knowledge of learning theory and its practical application in competitive settings.
  
• Ability to design and execute individualized learning plans for students.
  
• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving.
  
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations related to academic support.
  
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
  
  Preferred Qualifications
  
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• Master's degree highly preferred.
  
• STEM background and/or experience providing academic support in STEM disciplines.
  
  Salary & Benefits
  This is a 2yr, full-time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension.
  How to Apply
  To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
  Equal Employment Opportunity
  The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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