General Description
The purpose of this position is to support the TRIO SSS-EMPOWER program, a federally funded Student Support Services initiative designed to improve retention and graduation rates of students with disabilities. Learning Facilitators will provide targeted academic support, assistive technology guidance, and personalized instructional services to program participants.
Essential Job Duties
- Demonstrate support for the TRIO SSS-EMPOWER Project’s objectives and goals.
- Assess student academic needs and develop individualized learning plans for students with disabilities.
- Develop and implement instructional sessions tailored to areas of academic need.
- Assist students with the use of assistive technology and adaptive devices.
- Collaborate with program staff and faculty to ensure coordinated student support.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and participation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be willing to work late afternoons, evenings, and/or virtually as needed.
Additional Duties Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge and/or experience working with underserved populations, including students with disabilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to explain complicated and challenging concepts within a discipline area;
- Ability to work with students of all learning levels;
- Knowledge of learning strategies, study skills, and effective academic achievement strategies.
Education and Experience The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s degree, (Master’s degree preferred) in Special Education, English, Math, or a related area.
Education substituted for experience? Yes
This position requires 1 year of teaching experience
Experience substituted for education? No Licenses, Certification or Registrations
- Valid Alabama Teacher Certification
Environmental Working Conditions Indoor Travel Requirements None Number of Vacancies 3 Desired Start Date Physical Requirements Standing: Up to 2/3 of the time; walking: Up to 2/3 of the time; sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time.
This position requires lifting:
Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.
This position has the following special vision requirements:
No special vision requirements.