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Account/Position No.:                        16110/238190                                     Level 5

Position Title:                                      Learning Specialist

Department:                                        Humphreys Academic Center for Student-Athletes

Expectations for All Employees

East Tennessee State University pursues its mission based upon core values.  An employee's job performance must support and exhibit the university's core values:

PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential;

RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity and trust;

DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected;

EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic;

EFFICIENCY is achieved through wise use of human and financial resources; and

COMMITMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced.

Function of Position

The Learning Specialist reports to the Director of Academic Services.  The Learning Specialist is assigned a caseload of student-athletes and the primary responsibility is to design and implement academic support plans for the under-prepared and learning challenged student-athletes assigned to the Learning Specialist.  Collaborates with several academic counselors, faculty, the Office of Disability Services and coaches to enhance the academic success of assigned student-athletes. 

Essential Functions

-    Designs and implements academic support plans for the under-prepared and learning challenged student–athlete.

-    Collaborates with faculty and other departments to provide effective academic support services.

-    Develops academic skill training sessions for all athletes.

-    Works collaboratively with academic counselors, faculty, the Office of Disability Services and coaches to enhance the academic success of assigned student-athletes.

-    Determines frequency and type of intervention

Secondary Functions

-        Assists with oversight of academic services department, including hiring, payroll, training and supervision of tutors and mentors.

-        Assists with progress reports, special events, career workshops, etc.

-        Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

-    Knowledge and experience working with a culturally diverse population.

-    Knowledge of NCAA Rules.

-    Ability to communicate effectively.

Supervision Given and Received

Performs under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field required; master’s degree preferred.  One year experience in collegiate athletics and experience in advising, counseling or experience in an educational setting.

May 2007