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Job Description

The Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences at a higher education client is seeking a Direct Support/Academic Assessor for the Inclusive Postsecondary Education Program (IPSE). This role involves supporting students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in secondary and postsecondary education.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide direct academic support to IPSE students.

- Assess students' academic needs in their respective courses

- Recruit peer mentors from various colleges to support students in the IPSE program.

- Coordinate with the IPSE Curriculum Specialist and Academic Access Coordinator.

- Conduct workshops on inclusion and supporting young adults with IDD.

- Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and college policies.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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Skills and Requirements

Bachelors degree in Special Education, Higher Education, or a related field (Masters preferred).

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, particularly in an academic or educational setting.

Strong knowledge of person-centered planning and teaching practices.

Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and other university stakeholders.

Familiarity with assistive technology and other tools that support academic accessibility. Licensed clinician

Classroom teachers and/or k-12 experience

QDDP- or qualified professional- or CRC- certified rehabilitation counselor

Experience with peer mentorship models for young adults with IDD.

Demonstrated administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills

Demonstrated capacity to work with young adults and families from culturally, linguistically, and economically diverse backgrounds. null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].