Athletics Learning Specialist

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAthletics Learning SpecialistRequisition NumberRE53960Working TitleDepartment Name12F00:UKAA - Support ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsTo be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 10 lbs.ShiftDays, Evenings, and Weekends.Job SummaryThe Athletics Learning Specialist will have the opportunity to provide direct support to neurodivergent student-athletes. Responsibilities include developing goals and establishing objectives with student-athletes; conducting individual and small group training sessions related to strategies for academic success; implementing academic support plan using active learning strategies and assistive technology as dictated by specific students’ needs; and contributing to education and professional development of CATS staff, tutors and mentors on learning strategies for student-athletes. Must be able to comply with all SEC, University, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Interested applicants should attach three documents in the Applicant Documents section of the application: a letter of application (Cover Letter), Resume, and the names and addresses of three references (Specific Request 1).Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s degree in Special Education, Education, Social Work, or a Related Field and one year of related experience preferredDeadline to Apply04/19/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe your experience working with neurodivergent students who have a variety of diagnoses including ADHD and learning disabilities.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * How many years of paid experience do you have working with neurodivergent students who have a variety of diagnoses including ADHD and learning disabilities
   • None
   • More than 0 up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * Have you participated in N4A Professional Development Institute Learning Specialist track?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your personal NCAA record. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA legislation?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * If you answered yes, to either of the previous two questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A

   (Open Ended Question)

9. * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1

Optional Documents

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