Caseload and sessions can vary depending on qualifying students' needs. The primary function of the Literacy specialist is to assess student-athletes' reading and writing skills, identify the student's specific language deficiencies, use research-based interventions, monitor progress and inspire academic growth and confidence. Job summary The main purpose of the Literacy Specialist role in the Academic Development of Student- Athletes (ADSA) is to provide at-risk student athletes with the reading and writing instruction they will need to succeed at every level of the university curriculum. This is a part-time (30 hrs a week), partial year (11 months) position. This role is an on-campus, in-person position. Reading and Writing Interventionists work with student-athletes to improve their reading and writing skills and identify potential barriers to learning, empowering them to succeed both on and off the field. The tutorial program offers supplemental support for SMU graduate and undergraduate courses, with peer tutors available to assist with content comprehension, study skills, and time management. ADSA provides academic counseling to help student-athletes make informed decisions about their degree, major selection, plan their semester courses, and maintain their NCAA eligibility. The Academic Development of Student-Athletes (ADSA) at SMU understands the unique academic challenges faced by student-athletes. SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence. SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Lyle School of Engineering, Meadows School of the Arts, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, Dedman School of Law, Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.
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