Accommodation Integration Specialist

Accommodation Integration Specialist (grant funded)

Central Connecticut State University invites applications for a full‑time Accommodation Integration Specialist for the Student Accessibility Success Initiative (SASI) within the Office of Accessibility Services. This temporary grant‑funded position supports a key institutional initiative focused on strengthening student success and improving campus‑wide understanding and implementation of academic accommodations. The Integration Specialist ensures students with disabilities receive coordinated, effective support and partners with faculty, tutors, and academic support centers to integrate accommodations seamlessly into the learning environment.

We seek applicants who are passionate about accessibility, committed to student success, and skilled in building collaborative relationships that promote inclusive teaching practices and address accommodation‑related challenges as they arise.

The Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) at Central Connecticut State University is committed to providing an accessible campus environment for all students. Guided by the principles of equity and inclusion, OAS ensures that qualified students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities and campus life. The office works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to implement reasonable modifications to programs, services, and facilities.

Through individualized accommodations, consultation, and advocacy, OAS supports students in pursuing their academic and personal goals while fostering a campus culture that values accessibility and inclusion.

The successful candidate will advance university‑wide efforts to promote access, equity, and inclusion for students with disabilities. Working with the Program Coordinator and other members of the Integration Specialist team, the role ensures academic accommodations are clearly understood and effectively implemented in collaboration with faculty, while providing direct guidance to students and coordinating daily processes that support differentiated instruction and accessible learning.

The candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills, a problem‑solving mindset, and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, supporting data collection and reporting, and serving as a resource to faculty for consultation and support that promotes equitable and effective accommodation use across the university community.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations, including ADA and Section 504, as well as university and BOR/CSCU policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of best practices in disability services, academic accommodations, and differentiated instruction.

• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty to support the implementation of accommodations and address related challenges.

• Ability to collect, analyze, and prepare data related to accommodation use and student progress.

• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage daily operational tasks, prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience and Training:
  • Three (3) years of experience working with and/or providing services and supports students with disabilities in an educational setting.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    
    Experience collaborating with faculty, tutors, or academic support services on accommodation implementation and accessibility practices.
  • Comparable experience and credentials may also be considered.
  • Graduate Assistant or Graduate Intern experience in relevant educational or community‑based programs may be applied toward required experience and prorated appropriately.

To begin the application process, please email all application material to Surbhi Patel at (subject line:
Accommodation Integration…