Learning Specialist

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC
-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

As part of our commitment to attracting top talent, the selected candidate may be eligible to receive a sign on bonus up to the lessor of 20% of the position annual base salary or $2,000. Payment of and the amount of any sign-on bonus, if offered, is subject to university, Board of Trustee and Board of Governor policies, local market data and pay factors, and funding availability.

The Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes is located in the Center for Student Success and Academic Counseling, within Undergraduate Education in the College of Arts and Sciences. Responsibilities for the Learning Specialist include providing one-on-one and small group instruction in reading, writing, and learning strategies to student-athletes across all sports and developing academic programming and materials for student-athletes struggling to meet academic standards.

The position will work closely with the Learning Specialists who provide support to student-athletes with documented Learning Disabilities ADHD . Some evening and weekend work is required; some travel may be expected. General supervision will be provided by the Director of the Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes. The person must follow and comply with all NCAA , ACC , and University policies and procedures.

Post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities related to tutoring, supplemental instruction, or direction of programs that enhance educational experiences of enrolled or prospective students, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution.

• Knowledge of best practices in undergraduate student retention and familiarity with issues related to student-athletes’ academic progress and transition issues.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and at-risk students.
• Nightly and weekend work required, all year round.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working collaboratively with staff and colleagues.

• A minimum of 2 years experience working in special education, counseling, academic support programs, or related field.
• Academic skills development in reading and writing in a teaching environment, Writing Center, or Learning Center.
• Programs for students struggling to meet academic standards.
• Diverse student populations with a student-centered approach.
• Demonstrated experience as a learning specialist working with student-athletes within a college or university environment.
• Knowledge of current research and proven strategies to work with at-risk students and students with diagnosed disabilities.
• Knowledge of learning disability diagnostic tools and learning strategies related to supporting students with learning disabilities.
• Advanced…