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Assistant Learning Specialist
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Position Number: 4994871
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Multicultural Affairs and Affirmative Action

Assistant Learning Specialist

Job Identification: 16202
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What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Assistant Learning Specialist to support the mission of the University in the Athletics department. The Assistant Learning Specialist will be given an opportunity to work with the Student-Athlete Center for Excellence (SACE) as a member of the Learning Support Team through a variety of responsibilities.

A Bachelor's degree, less than one year of relevant work experience, and an active Christian faith are required. A Master's degree and is preferred.

Additional required knowledge/skills/abilities:

Excellent oral and interpersonal communication and analytical and writing skills. Excellent computer (Microsoft Office) skills. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects at once and meet established work deadlines. Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends. Background in education, social work, counseling, etc. preferred.

*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

Meet one-on-one with a small caseload of student-athletes to work on developing study and organizational skills as well as provide content instruction
Participate in professional development programming designed specifically for assistant's cohort such as NCAA Eligibility, APR training, Effective Facilitation training, book clubs, mock, interviews, etc.
Assist the Learning Support Team with academic screenings, planning for instruction and organization of materials
Planning of SACE Summer Academic Readiness programming
Provide support to new student-athlete orientation and summer bridge programming
Monitor evening study hall to create an environment conducive to studying and facilitate tutor room assignments
Assist in teaching STL 1201, a Strategic Learning Course designed for freshmen student athletes
Contribute to Character Formation efforts such as career development programming, community engagement opportunities and/or event planning
Serve on two or more of SACE's 7 committees
Meet with prospective student-athletes and their families
Assist SACE Team with timely completion of projects
Assist in the day-to-day operations of SACE
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylors commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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