AccessAbility Services Learning Specialist

Western Connecticut State University Access Ability Services Learning Specialist University Assistant Part-time Position

Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for a part-time 11.75 hours per week Learning Specialist University Assistant in the Office of Access Ability Services. Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion.

WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Servicing Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

Access Ability Services coordinates and provides accommodations and support services to over 400 undergraduate and graduate students with documented disabilities.

Position Responsibilities

• Provides front office coverage, including answering phones, greeting students and visitors, and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Monitors and responds to office email communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists students, faculty, and visitors with general questions regarding Access Ability Services processes and procedures.
• Maintains accurate and timely case notes documenting student interactions in the office's online database.
• Assists in the hiring, supervision and training of student employees.
• Provides training and oversees work assignments for undergraduate student employees involved in the provision of exam and assistive technology accommodations.
• Serve as an exam proctor in our accommodated exam rooms.
• Develop and present academic workshops to promote student academic skills.
• Develop academic strategies/handouts to support the transition of incoming students.
• Support Beyond All Odds, a student organization for students with and without disabilities that promotes disability inclusion on campus.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the area of Education, Educational Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or closely related field.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting.
• Experience with students in a higher education setting highly desirable.
• Knowledge of academic learning strategies such as time management, organization, and study preparation.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities in a postsecondary disability services office is preferred.

Work Hours,

Salary & Benefits:

11.75 hours per week for 35 weeks (August – May). Hourly rate is $25.00 per hour. Additional information on part-time benefits can be found u.edu/hr/benefits/. Please note there are no paid benefits for this position. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check.

WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, employment verifications, and a criminal history record check.

Application Process:

Prospective candidates must submit a cover letter, which includes the contact information for (3) current professional references and a resume. Questions may be directed to hr positions – please reference Learning Specialist UA in the subject line. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Submit application materials to:
Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer