College Resource Coordinator​/Lecturer

Position: College Life Resource Coordinator/Lecturer
Position Title College Life Resource Coordinator/Lecturer Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank Yes Provide Rank Adjunct Position Number 0A0071 Department Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education - 260200

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Scholars with Diverse Abilities Program (SDAP) is a transition-focused, non-degree program for students with intellectual disabilities with the purpose of increasing their self-determination. SDAP students audit college courses, including core courses focused on life skills development, and receive individualized coaching using a person-centered planning process. SDAP students benefit from an all-encompassing collegiate experience and are an integral part of the campus community.

Graduates leave the program with skills that will help them advocate for themselves throughout their adult lives and have a greater opportunity to secure employment in fields that are meaningful to them.

The College Life Resource Coordinator/Lecturer provides students with access to resources on and off campus to ensure their success. This role collaborates with the director and assistant director on student goals, concerns, and curriculum development. The College Life Resource Coordinator/Lecturer may supervise graduate assistants, interns and volunteers as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's in Special Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field required

* Experience working with and/or teaching specific populations

* Experience with a person-centered planning approach to advising

* Experience teaching at the college level

* Experience working on a team

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Be willing to work an occasional evening or weekend due to university events, but not more than 5 times a semester

* Be willing to accept occasional student/staff emergency communications on evenings and/or weekends

* Experience working with a smartphone and smartphone apps for communication

License/Certification Required

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with and/or teaching individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The College Life Resource Coordinator/Lecturer is responsible for the following:

* Managing the College Life Peer Supports (student staff) who live with SDAP students in student housing;

* Managing the SDAP mentorship program involving upper-level SDAP students who mentor first- and second-year SDAP students;

* Providing weekly coaching of individual SDAP students;

* Planning, preparing, and teaching courses in life-skills topics for SDAP and other university students;

* Producing the SDAP monthly newsletter;

* Supporting SDAP's social media presence;

* Supervising other student staff and volunteers as needed;

* Maintaining files and records related to SDAP student academic and community engagement performance;

* Assisting with program recruitment and admissions activities and processes;

* Assisting with a variety of leadership activities including program planning, revision, and sustainability efforts;

* Attending occasional professional development opportunities;

* Responding to student/staff requests for information in a variety of formats including in-person, text, email, phone, video-call, etc.;

* Providing staff representation at SDAP outreach events;

* Performing other related duties as assigned.

Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range $41,500 - $50,000 Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 02/20/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 03/09/2026 Proposed Date of Hire 05/04/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University's Job Board:

* Cover Letter

* Resume

* A minimum list of 3 professional references with contact information attached or provide in the application.

Search Chair Name Beth Sibley Search Chair Email sibleyem Quick Link  Posting Number P