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Job title: Disability and Learning Services Specialist
Company: Pennsylvania State University
Job description: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Scranton is seeking a full-time staff member to serve as a Disability and Learning Services Specialist. The Disability and Learning Services Specialist reports directly to the Associate Director of Learning and Disability Services within the Department of Academic Affairs. This position supports specialized populations and assists students to fully engage in the learning process and in acclimation into the Penn State Community. This position has the potential of being Hybrid work.
The purpose of this position is to assist in the coordination of learning assistance programs for all students with a special focus on disability services. The Penn State Scranton Learning and Writing Center oversees the campus's peer, faculty, and professional tutoring services, and academic skills development programs and serves as a primary point of contact for disability services.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist with programming aimed at supporting student success rates
Plan and evaluate programs and services
Provide academic counseling services to students on academic success skills and the transition to college
Provide services for students with disabilities such as facilitating the accommodation process, mentoring students, interacting with the campus as a resource, and providing programs on disability awareness
Assist in the oversight of tutoring services by peers, faculty, and professional staff including involvement in the recruitment of tutors and oversight of the tutoring schedule
Implement social and educational programming to aid in student transitions including summer sessions
Typical Education & Experience:
Candidates are expected to hold a master's degree or higher in a counseling, human services, or education-related field, and typical candidates will demonstrate one to three years of related experience in counseling or education (higher education preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students and manage assigned projects is essential
The successful candidate should have the ability to multi-task and demonstrate a proven record of working effectively in a team environment
Competencies critical to success are problem-solving, professionalism, flexibility, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint is required and experience working with Canvas (or other learning management systems), and student information systems is beneficial to success in the position
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
How to :
For full consideration, please submit a resume and a cover letter.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to the health of our local and global communities. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to comply with COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements. Click on to learn about the requirements as well as general COVID-19 information at Penn State.
Dunmore, PA
Expected salary:
Location: Centre County, PA
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Company: Pennsylvania State University
Job description: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click ?? and complete .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Scranton is seeking a full-time staff member to serve as a Disability and Learning Services Specialist. The Disability and Learning Services Specialist reports directly to the Associate Director of Learning and Disability Services within the Department of Academic Affairs. This position supports specialized populations and assists students to fully engage in the learning process and in acclimation into the Penn State Community. This position has the potential of being Hybrid work.
The purpose of this position is to assist in the coordination of learning assistance programs for all students with a special focus on disability services. The Penn State Scranton Learning and Writing Center oversees the campus's peer, faculty, and professional tutoring services, and academic skills development programs and serves as a primary point of contact for disability services.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist with programming aimed at supporting student success rates
Plan and evaluate programs and services
Provide academic counseling services to students on academic success skills and the transition to college
Provide services for students with disabilities such as facilitating the accommodation process, mentoring students, interacting with the campus as a resource, and providing programs on disability awareness
Assist in the oversight of tutoring services by peers, faculty, and professional staff including involvement in the recruitment of tutors and oversight of the tutoring schedule
Implement social and educational programming to aid in student transitions including summer sessions
Typical Education & Experience:
Candidates are expected to hold a master's degree or higher in a counseling, human services, or education-related field, and typical candidates will demonstrate one to three years of related experience in counseling or education (higher education preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students and manage assigned projects is essential
The successful candidate should have the ability to multi-task and demonstrate a proven record of working effectively in a team environment
Competencies critical to success are problem-solving, professionalism, flexibility, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint is required and experience working with Canvas (or other learning management systems), and student information systems is beneficial to success in the position
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
How to :
For full consideration, please submit a resume and a cover letter.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to the health of our local and global communities. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to comply with COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements. Click on to learn about the requirements as well as general COVID-19 information at Penn State.
Dunmore, PA
Expected salary:
Location: Centre County, PA
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