Learning Specialist / Tutoring Coordinator

Department: ATH Department of Athletics | Full Time

About the University

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate, and Beaufort. Our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster, and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online, or blended learning. All system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

About the Role

Serves as Learning Specialist/Tutor Coordinator reporting to the Director of Enrichment Services. Works in conjunction with academic advisors to assist student-athletes with various needs as they relate to academics. The primary purpose is to advise and assist a specific segment of students in need of additional support services, including at-risk, underprepared, or learning-disabled individuals. Advises on course selection and assists with academic preparation based on each individual student-athlete's strengths and needs. Assists with student-athlete recruiting events and orientation.

This position is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling all tutors and academic coaches (part-time and graduate student positions) for all aspects of tutoring.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist student-athletes with academic support services, including at-risk, underprepared, or learning-disabled individuals.
• Advise on course selection and academic preparation tailored to individual student-athlete needs.
• Assist with student-athlete recruiting events and orientation.
• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and schedule tutors and academic coaches (part-time and graduate student positions).

Requirements

• Master’s degree plus one year of experience, or a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience, or an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Collegiate experience is strongly preferred; experience with student-athletes is highly desirable.

Skills

• Ability to work with a diverse student-athlete population and communicate effectively with students, professors, peers, and parents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks and handle multiple tasks quickly and efficiently.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities