Learning Strategist

Job Overview:

The University of Maryland is seeking an experienced Learning Strategist to provide educational support to at-risk student-athletes. As a Learning Strategist, you will be responsible for enhancing the academic skills of student-athletes through daily learning support sessions, monitoring academic progress, and collaborating with the Athletic Academic Counselor and Learning Specialist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement personalized learning plans for each student-athlete to improve their academic skills.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Academic Counselor and Learning Specialist to monitor student-athletes' academic progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide individualized instruction and support to student-athletes during learning support sessions.
• Administer and interpret academic testing and screening protocols to identify student-athletes' strengths and weaknesses.
• Assist student-athletes in navigating the referral process to the Maryland Office of Disability Services and obtaining necessary accommodations.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of objective-based study hall, including supervision of evening and weekend study hall and tutorial services.
• Attend and participate in Athletics All-Team and GSAC team meetings.
• Participate in regularly scheduled trainings relevant to specific Learning Specialist and Athletic Academic Counselor responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience working with at-risk student-athlete populations within an academic setting.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to obtain full-time employment in the student-athlete academic support industry.
• Ability to articulate an understanding of the needs of academically at-risk student-athletes.
• Preference will be given to individuals who have completed a graduate assistantship position in an Athletic Academic Services department.