Learning Specialist

Job Description

The Highlights:

Reporting to the Assistant Director, the Learning Specialist for the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) will work with a range of students with disabilities; physical, visually and sensory impairments, traumatic brain injuries, learning disabilities, AD/HD, mental health disorders, medical conditions, chronic illness and the autism spectrum. The Learning Specialist will be primarily responsible for processing and enrolling new students, providing one-on-one academic support for a designated student roster, and designing and implementing workshops for students, faculty and staff to promote a holistic, inclusive learning environment. The Learning Specialist will collaborate with therapists, parents, University staff and faculty to provide direct supports and resources for student success.


What You'll Do:

• Intake and enrollment - Manage aspects of the enrollment process for new students. Evaluate documentation. Assign student accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Collaborate with students to meet their specific needs.
• Individual academic support - Meet weekly, one-on-one with a roster of designated students to provide remediation of basic skills and promote academic success. Provide crisis intervention and respond to immediate student and faculty needs. Advocate for students, as appropriate, in collaboration with parents, therapists, faculty and staff.
• Group academic support -Design and implement workshops and group sessions on a weekly or bi-weekly basis for students in support of their academic needs. Meet weekly with groups of CSD students to provide remediation of basic skills and promote academic success. Design and implement professional development workshops for faculty and staff to increase their knowledge of students with disabilities.
• Assist with exam accommodations - Support Director, Associate Director, Assistant Director and Administrative Assistants with implementation of exam accommodation and procedures.

What You'll Need:

• Master's degree in special education, disability education or rehabilitation, disability counseling, learning disabilities, or other related field.
• 4 to 6 years of professional experience providing instructional and advocacy support for students or adults with disabilities. •
• Knowledge of relevant laws and guidelines for accommodations (ADA, FERPA, IDEA).
• Knowledge of and experience applying diagnostic testing instruments (WAIS IV, Woodcock Johnson II/III, WIAT, RTI).

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $47,783 to $57,148.


The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.


Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.


Vincentian Mission:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:


Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.


DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.