Athletics Learning Specialist

The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (Wisconsin Athletics) provides student-athletes with opportunities to excel, and thereby advance their athletic, academic, and social development. In doing so, we endeavor to field competitive teams that display growth, integrity and accountability. These principles serve as cornerstones upon which a dynamic, fiscally responsible Department can flourish, mindful of its obligations to its staff, the university, alumni, and citizens of the state, whose support sustains its undertakings.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Academics & Career, the Athletics Learning Specialist will provide intensive one-on-one academic support and skill development to an assigned group of identified student-athletes, some of whom may have diagnosed or undiagnosed disabilities or disorders which impact academic performance while also developing and facilitating academic programming for larger groups of student-athletes as needed. This position will play a role in assessing educational documentation and testing and assist with the academic screening of incoming student-athletes. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required to meet with current or prospective student-athletes. Additional administrative duties as assigned.

• 60% Works with students one-on-one and in small groups to assist skill development by teaching study skills and promoting skill development within the content areas of the student's courses
• 10% Assesses and evaluates the student's academic needs to determine the necessity for additional academic support
• 10% May coordinate the preparation and implementation of individualized academic plans including mentoring, tutoring, study hall, and skill development
• 5% May communicate regularly with coaches and administrators and be available to meet with prospective student athletes and their families on recruiting visits as needed
• 15% Assists students with diagnosed learning disabilities and challenges to improve understanding of academic curriculum.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred
Master's Degree in a related field and/or special education teacher certification preferred

- 1-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in academic support for student-athletes
- Great ability to connect and effectively communicate with a diverse population of constituents including students, coaches, colleagues, administrations, etc.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The typical starting salary for this position is between $45,000 and $60,000. There may be flexibility for highly qualified candidates

Employees in this position can expect to receive a variety of benefits, including:
- Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off.
- Competitive insurance options and savings accounts, along with retirement benefits.
- Badger gear & season tickets for Badger football, men's basketball, and men's hockey, as well as a varsity sports pass.

For more information on benefits, please visit: https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/.

Conditions of Appointment: This is a 100% Academic Staff appointment. Salary will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

To ensure full consideration, please submit your completed application no later than 11:55 p.m. CST on the assured consideration date. Your application should include:

1. A cover letter detailing how your qualifications and experiences align with the responsibilities of the position.
2. A comprehensive resume.

Please note that if you are identified as finalists for the position, a reference check will be conducted at that time. Applicants selected to proceed in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will receive notification once a final selection has been made and the search is complete.

Tianwei Miller
tm6@athletics.wisc.edu
608-265-4138
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Athletics Learning Specialist(TL033)

A42-INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS/GENERAL OPERATNS/ACAD SERV

Academic Staff-Renewable

312470-AS