Assistant Learning Specialist and Tutor Coordinator (Student Services Professional IB)
About The Position
The Assistant Learning Specialist and Tutor Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the academic success of San Diego State University student-athletes through individualized academic support and comprehensive tutoring services. Under the direction of the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Support Services, this position coordinates the Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) tutor program while providing one-on-one academic support to a designated caseload of at-risk student-athletes. The incumbent works collaboratively with academic advisors, learning specialists, faculty, and campus partners to connect student-athletes with academic resources, develop effective study strategies, and foster independent learning. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student-athlete achievement by supporting academic progress, personal development, and graduation success within a nationally competitive NCAA Division I athletics program.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and commitment to compliance with NCAA, conference, and San Diego State University rules, policies, and procedures.
- Experience providing academic support services, including tutoring, curriculum advising, data collection and analysis, and program development.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with student-athletes, faculty, coaches, administrators, parents, and campus partners.
- Experience supporting the academic success and development of diverse student populations, including at-risk students and/or student-athletes.
- Experience coordinating tutoring programs, leading academic review sessions, or providing other student academic support services.
- Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a Division I student-athlete is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Student-Athlete Support Services tutor program, including tutor recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, communication, and program support.
- Provide individualized academic support to a designated caseload of at-risk student-athletes by teaching study strategies, monitoring academic progress, and connecting students with campus resources.
- Collaborate with learning specialists, academic advisors, faculty, and campus partners to coordinate tutoring services, academic support, and student success initiatives.
- Maintain tutoring schedules, reports, databases, and academic records while monitoring tutoring participation and supporting NCAA academic integrity standards.
- Assist with Student-Athlete Support Services programs and initiatives, including orientation, Summer Bridge, Aztecs Going Pro, academic recognition events, and other student success activities.
Benefits
- 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
