Individualized Learning Specialist

EXPIRED

Job Title:

Individualized Learning Specialist

Hours Per Week:

no more than 28

Job Summary:

Intervention Learning Specialists provide 1 on 1 guidance to help students strengthen various academic, time management, and organizational skills.This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations. Duties:• Assess individual student learning needs • Help students develop appropriate compensatory learning skills in the areas of study strategies, organization, time management, reading and writing skills, note taking, test taking, etc.• Provide consistent and systematic structure for the implementation of these skills• Coordinate services with other on-campus academic support providers as needed and in accordance to student need• Maintain an electronic summary of student progress• Communicate effectively with SAASS staff regarding student status and progress• Participate in bi-monthly staff meetings  

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; experience working with students in an educational setting; understanding of effective learning strategies and at least one year of experience applying this knowledge in an educational setting; experience working with diverse populations.Experience gained during internships and/or graduate assistantships may be counted towards these requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

Job Title:

Individualized Learning Specialist

Hours Per Week:

no more than 28

Job Summary:

Intervention Learning Specialists provide 1 on 1 guidance to help students strengthen various academic, time management, and organizational skills.This position specifically supports the mission of the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics by assisting in institutional compliance with NCAA and Conference rules and regulations. Duties:• Assess individual student learning needs • Help students develop appropriate compensatory learning skills in the areas of study strategies, organization, time management, reading and writing skills, note taking, test taking, etc.• Provide consistent and systematic structure for the implementation of these skills• Coordinate services with other on-campus academic support providers as needed and in accordance to student need• Maintain an electronic summary of student progress• Communicate effectively with SAASS staff regarding student status and progress• Participate in bi-monthly staff meetings  

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; experience working with students in an educational setting; understanding of effective learning strategies and at least one year of experience applying this knowledge in an educational setting; experience working with diverse populations.Experience gained during internships and/or graduate assistantships may be counted towards these requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

Master's degree; At least one year of experience working with students in higher education; possession of a teaching certificate and/or at least one year of experience providing one-on-one academic support. Professional tutoring or teaching experience is a plus. Certification and experience in special education is also a plus.

Diversity Statement:

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Institutional Diversity & Inclusion webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.   As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants:

Miami University is committed to providing up-to-date information from the Department of Labor to our applicants for employment. Here, you will find links to the current information regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Benefits Eligible:

No