Athletics Language and Learning Specialist - 132667

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Job Title : Athletics Language and Learning Specialist

Anticipated Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Job Summary

The Athletics Language Learning Specialist provides individual language and academic advising to enhance the performance and academic abilities of NCAA athletes.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Be an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. Now officially a member of the Big 12 Conference, never has there been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU's distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do, and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment.

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Job Title : Athletics Language and Learning Specialist

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Anticipated Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Job Summary

The Athletics Language Learning Specialist provides individual language and academic advising to enhance the performance and academic abilities of NCAA athletes.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Be an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. Now officially a member of the Big 12 Conference, never has there been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU's distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do, and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment.

Duties/Expectations :

Language and Learning Assistance

-Work one-on-one with students on remediation of fundamental skills needed for academic success

-Provide structure, organization, time management, and planning assistance (academic coaching) unique to their learning style

-Work with Coaches, Guidance Counselors, and Admissions Services to identify at-risk student athletes and obtain any prior assessments

-Facilitate screening/testing of learning-disabled student athletes and ensure implementation of accommodations

-Assist with Summer Bridge

-Assesses English skills of student-athletes who are on recruiting visits

-Work specifically with individual student-athletes who are admitted to BYU with non-proficient English skills

-Provide one-on-one support with limited English learners

-Identify, hire, and assist content support tutors who work directly with limited English learners

-Instruct limited English skills on methods to improve English language

Other Duties As Assigned

-Assist with language and learning specialist projects within the Built4Life center

What Qualifies You to Apply?

Required :

• Bachelor's degree in TESOL or related subject

Preferred :

• Master's degree in TESOL or related subject
• 3 years of experience in special education, learning disabilities, educational therapy, or counseling
• 2 years of experience working with limited-English learners

Employee Class: 3/4 Time (28 hour)

Work Location: Provo Campus

Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment

Physical Exam Required: N

Physical Exam Details:

Desired Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Close Date: 07/26/2024

Pay Level: DOQ

Approximate Starting Salary: Depends on qualifications

Documents Required at time of Application:

Required: Cover Letter, Resume
Optional: Letter of Recommendation 1

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

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