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Howard University

Learning Specialist

🇺🇸 Washington, DC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $42K - $55K 💻 Instructional Design 🗓️ January 15th, 2026

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Howard University is hiring a Learning Specialist to manage a comprehensive academic program supporting student-athletes while ensuring compliance with NCAA and university regulations. The role involves assisting coaches and student-athletes with academic planning, monitoring degree progress, and organizing study halls, requiring independent judgment and collaboration with various university departments.

Highlights
  • Direct and manage academic services for assigned student-athletes ensuring NCAA, conference, and university compliance.
  • Assist with university and program requirements, including transfer credit evaluation and NCAA waiver submissions.
  • Monitor student-athletes’ progress toward degree and eligibility status.
  • Organize and report on study hall attendance and academic performance.
  • Coordinate priority registration and support summer school enrollment planning.
  • Maintain relationships with athletic staff, faculty, and student services for academic tracking.
  • Participate in NCAA seminars and ongoing professional development.
  • Reports to Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Salary range: $42,000 - $55,000.

Learning Specialist Full Description

Learning Specialist
John Burr Gymnasium Building
Full time678
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. 

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. 
Here is what we offer: 
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
  • Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
  • Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
  • Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
  • Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
 
Join Howard University and thrive with us! 
JOB PURPOSE:
This is a managerial position responsible for directing a service-oriented and comprehensive academic program for all assigned student-athletes to ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and university rules, policies and regulations. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 
  • Assists coaches, student-athletes, and recruits with university requirements and individual program requirements, including applicability of transfer credits, in a timely and professional manner.
  • Monitors progress toward degree requirements and continuing eligibility for assigned student-athletes.
  • Assists with submitting NCAA waivers and appeals.
  • Organizes study hall for all student-athletes and creates daily study hall reports and weekly progress reports for the assigned coaching staff.
  • Coordinates and monitors priority registration for student-athletes.
  • Assists with academic planning and enrollment for summer school fifth year.
  • Maintains a viable working relationship with athletic administrators, coaches, faculty, university support staff, and parents by contacting and interacting frequently with academic advisors and student service departments to access the academic progress/status of the student-athletes.
  • Participates in continued education, professional development, and training, including active participation in NCAA-sponsored seminars, conference meetings, applicable conventions and academic services education.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:
Reports to the Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Support Services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
$42,000 - $55,000