Learning Strategist​/Study Skills Coordinator

Learning Strategist/Study Skills Coordinator

The Learning Strategist/Study Skills Coordinator reports to the Associate Director of Athletics for Academic Services and Student Development. The Office of Academic Services and Student Development is a support office for varsity student-athletes. Services are provided for a population of approximately 500 students, their parents, and coaches. The office also serves as a liaison to the University's academic and administrative community on behalf of Northwestern University Department of Athletics and Recreation (NUDAR).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides intensive academic support to an assigned group of identified student-athletes from various sports (i.e. one-on-one and small group skill development within content areas).
• Assess and evaluate the students' academic needs and prescribes additional academic assistance as needed.
• Provides workshops for all student-athletes to aid in the improvement of study habits and skills.
• Communicates regularly with Athletic Academic Advisors, Coaching staff, and a team of administrators to share information on academic progress of assigned student-athletes.
• Serve as Coordinator of the Study Skills Program.
• Coordinates the N'Cat Tutoring Program, including the hiring, training and supervision of the tutorial staff.
• Manages a small group learning team weekly; reviews for examinations and individual tutoring sessions.
• Oversee the study hall program (i.e. hiring, training, and supervision of study hall monitors as well as the weekly reporting).
• Meet with prospective student-athletes to discuss the university's philosophy as it regards student-athletes and the support programs offered at Northwestern.
• Act as the departmental liaison with the AccessibleNU (ANU) on Northwestern's campus.
• Refers selected individuals for ADHD/learning disability testing as needed in consultation with the Associate Director of Athletics for Academic Services & Student Development, the Head Team Physician, and the Athletic Training Staff.
• Builds relationships across campus to promote student-athlete welfare and community integration.
• May attend athletic events to maintain maximum knowledge intercollegiate sports relevant to various assignments.
• Assist in other projects and programs at the request of the Associate Director of Athletics for Academic Services and Student Development.
• Assist in the hiring and training of an intern that will help support the logistics of the N'Cat Tutoring Program
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference, CSC and the NCAA.
• Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with students providing supplemental academic mentoring, preferably in a college/university setting.
• Communicates effectively one-to-one, in small groups and in public speaking contexts; writes precise, well-organized emails, letters and proposals while using appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of Grades First software is preferred.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, CSC, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact and establish engaging relationships with a wide variety of constituents.
• Master's degree strongly preferred.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.