Learning Specialist

 

Position Title:

Learning Specialist

Department/School:

Accommodations & Accessibility

Salary/Pay Rate:

$46,764.90

Job Summary:

The Office of Accommodations and Accessibility invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Learning Specialist to provide individualized, comprehensive, academic support to students enrolled in the Learning Support Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Higher Education Administration or related field.
• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Computer competence and excellent time management skills required.

Essential Functions:

• Teach time management and organizational skills, as well as study skills and test-taking strategies. Provide direct assistance with all aspects of the writing process. Assist students with their transition to college and development of self-advocacy skills.
• Review student documentation and conduct intake with student to evaluate the learning needs and to design and implement appropriate accommodations and services to support the student academically, socially and emotionally.
• Provide academic advisement assisting with course selection, and make referrals to academic advisors regarding major/minor requirements.
• Work with faculty and staff to provide appropriate accommodations and monitor academic progress. Communicate with parents as needed to support student’s success.
• Refer students to campus resources including, but not limited to, the Writing Center, the Academic Learning Center, the Center for Advising and Academic Services, the Math Lab, Counseling Services, the Health and Wellness Center, and Career Services.
• Assist in the development and execution of programs and workshops, which support students in the Learning Support Program and educate faculty and staff regarding disability related issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, College Student Personnel, or related field.
• Experience working with adolescent or college aged students.
• Experience with ADA, Section 504, and interpreting psychological reports, IEPs, and 504 plans.
• Background and experience in writing, editing, and researching college level papers and other written projects.
• Ability to provide emotional support for students struggling to adjust to college and refer to Counseling Services as appropriate.
• Background in reading and literacy.
• Must be able to communicate with and build positive relationships with all stakeholders including faculty, staff, students, and parents/guardians.

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References 

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

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