Assistant Learning Specialist; Learning Assistance Program

Job Description

This full-time internship experience is designed to provide an individual the opportunity to grow and develop the necessary skills needed to advance their career into the field of student‑athlete academic support. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Learning Assistance Program (LAP), the Assistant Learning Specialist will work with the LAP team to provide one‑on‑one support to student‑athletes who have education‑impacting disabilities or who are academically at‑risk.

This position will require the ability to work a flexible schedule, to include nights and weekends.

• Completion of a related master’s degree, active progress towards completing a master’s degree, or an active plan to obtain a master’s degree or possess an equivalent level of training and or experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to develop written reports.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with various stakeholders in a time sensitive environment.

• Working knowledge of NCAA eligibility bylaws.
• Experience in student‑athlete academic support services.

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Non-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime

Restricted

21.25 per hour

up to 1,500 hours per year

07/6/2026

Anticipated

Start Date:

Monday, August 10, 2026
Anticipated End Date:
Wednesday, May 19, 2027
No more than 40 hours/week and will not work during the following periods:
November 23-27, 2026;
December 22, 2023-January 1, 2027;
March 6-14, 2027.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tracee Smith at (tacie
03) during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.