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Scholarships & Funding
College of Education Scholarship & Funding Opportunities
Position Opening
GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH/TEACHING ASSISTANT
Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership Program
20% FTE
2009-2010 Academic Year
Start Date: 10/30/09
Application Deadline: 10/22/09
Notification: 10/29/09
General Information: The University of Washington’s Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership graduate program has partnered with Garfield High School to create a pilot program for the academic development and support of student-athletes that addresses the disconnect between academics and athletics. The Package Deal Program (PDP) will seek to create a unique learning community for high school student-athletes through basic tutoring, study skill curriculum, college preparation, and mentoring from strong academic and athletic leaders. The graduate assistant will provide mentoring and tutoring for high school student-athletes; provide support for the development and implementation of the program curriculum; and work directly with coaches, school staff, parents, and PDP tutors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Assist in the development of curriculum and delivery of seminars related to academic enrichment, athletic achievement, and college preparation for high school student-athletes, coaches, parents, and others involved with the student-athletes.
- Assist in the scheduling, training, and supervision of on-site tutors and academic mentors.
- Prepare reports and communicate with athletic coaches regarding academic status and program participation of student-athletes.
- Work directly with high school student-athletes providing mentoring and academic tutoring during the after school study sessions.
Requirements:
- Must be registered as a full-time graduate student at the University of Washington
- Bachelors Degree in education or related field.
- Experience teaching or advising students.
- Experience with curriculum development.
Additional minimum requirements:
- Experience working directly with student-athletes in a coaching and/or advising capacity.
- Knowledge of athletic options for students related to post-high school participation
- Knowledge of academic and career preparation and options for students interested in higher education
Desirable qualifications:
- Graduate work related to student development, athletic leadership, or related field.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience delivering workshops or seminars to a variety of audiences (i.e., students, parents, coaches).
How to apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Sara Lopez, Program Director
Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership M.Ed. Program
University of Washington
Box 353600
Seattle, WA 98195
Review of applications will begin upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled.
Notes:
This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit:
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (tty) or dso@u.washington.edu.
College of Education Scholarship & Funding Opportunities
