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Post-Graduate Athletic Intern - Learning Assistance Program (LAP)
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Position Number: 5824510
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Tutors and Learning Resources

Post-Graduate Athletic Intern - Learning Assistance Program (LAP)
Lubbock
39116BR
Academics

Position Description
The Texas Tech University Postgraduate Intercollegiate Athletics Internship is intended to provide on-the-job learning experiences for college graduates interested in pursuing a career in various areas of intercollegiate athletics. This program can last 12-36 months.

Future leaders will gain experience in using principles such as:

- Applying a standard of ethics to policy and administrative context
- Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of current operations within area of assignment
- Communicating relevant information and ideas
- Managing university resources to achieve organizational goals

Major/Essential Functions
The Learning Assistance Program (LAP) serves as a resourceful support system to aid in the academic development of student-athletes. Our comprehensive program addresses individual learning needs and concerns, fostering independent learning and skill development both inside and outside the classroom. We are dedicated to supporting student-athletes in their pursuit of academic excellence, personal growth, and professional development.

Specific Expectation

Report directly to the Associate Director of the Learning Assistance Program.
Regularly communicate and collaborate with the Learning Assistance Program staff.
Provide appropriate communication as needed with Athletic Academic Advisors regarding students on caseload.
Work independently with a caseload of student-athletes to enhance effective learning strategies, interventions, and academic skills through weekly meetings to improve the performance and achievement of student-athletes with learning challenges and foster autonomous learners.
Assist with intake assessments and evaluations, such as the LAP Questionnaire and administering the WRAT5.
Compile Individual Academic Plans by developing a comprehensive understanding of specific learning disabilities and the various strategies and interventions that will support academic growth and development when requested.
Collaborate with necessary service providers, such as Clinical Sports Psychology, to ensure comprehensive support.
Assist with developing and implementing innovative programming for academic support to enhance educational opportunities for student-athletes.
Create, plan, and execute intentional programming or workshops that serve student-athletes as needed.
Assist in Tutor Orientation, Tutor Training, professional development, and semester evaluation of tutorial staff.
Serve on MSC committees as appropriate.
Demonstrate and contribute to a culture of high academic integrity through consistent practice.
Report any incidents (academic fraud, misconduct, and disturbances.)

General Expectations

Frequent communication with the Marsha Sharp Center for Student-Athletes staff.
Communicate with Academic Advisors to discuss student-athlete progress/development.
Provide academic skill/strategy development and learning techniques to a caseload of student-athletes at various learning levels.
Learn the Screening/Testing process:
- LAP Questionnaire & Learning Profile
- WRAT5
- Registration with Student Disability Services
- Review different types of learning accommodations
- Project Management
Attend all Athletic Department, MSC, and LAP meetings as assigned
Other duties as assigned by the LAP staff.

Required Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university and previous experience with collegiate or professional athletics.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or a current graduate student enrolled in a master's degree program in education, sports administration, counseling, or a related field.
Experience in collegiate athletic academic support, higher education, teaching, or related field.
Educational background and/or tutoring experience.
Experience working with students in an educational setting.
Strong communication, organization, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Knowledge of Learning Disabilities.
Knowledge of education regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, IDEA, ADA, 504, etc.).
Ability to work overtime, including nights and weekends.
Ability to work independently and as a team.

Minimum Hire Rate
15.80

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.