Learning Specialist II - 522459 - The University of Alabama

The Learning Specialist II develops and administers comprehensive programs to assess student-athletes for learning disabilities. Coordinates proper assistance and accommodations to allow the student to perform successfully in the classroom.

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 600102 - Academics

Normal Work Schedule: Varies

Job Summary: The Learning Specialist II develops and administers comprehensive programs to assess student-athletes for learning disabilities. Coordinates proper assistance and accommodations to allow the student to perform successfully in the classroom.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of student learning or academic challenges support experience; OR master's degree and some student learning or academic challenges support experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in psychology, special education, counseling, adult education, rehabilitation, social behavior, or other relevant field. Licensed counselors, educators, and college writing instructors. Experience administering and evaluating psychological tests. Certified teacher. Certified psychometrist. Experience working with learning disabilities, differences, and/or giftedness. Diagnostic and assessment experience.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster