The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga · 2 months ago
Director of Mosaic Program, Disability Resource Center
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is seeking a Director for the Mosaic Program, which provides support for students with autism spectrum disorder. This role involves strategic leadership, operational oversight, and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance inclusive practices and ensure equitable access to success for neurodiverse learners.
Responsibilities
The Director of the Mosaic Program provides strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of the program, including daily operations, staff supervision, program development, and budget oversight
As a key member of the Disability Resource Center’s leadership team, the Director collaborates across the university and with community partners to enhance institutional capacity, advance inclusive practices, and ensure that students with Autism —and the broader neurodiverse population—have equitable access to academic, social, and career success
This role includes direct supervision of professional and pre-licensed staff, with responsibility for hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluation, and ongoing professional development
The Director facilitates weekly team meetings and leads case consultations to support staff growth and quality student care, ensuring that daily operations align with program goals and university standards
Beyond operations, the Director provides visionary leadership through strategic planning, program sustainability, and community engagement initiatives that strengthen Mosaic’s regional and national impact
They serve as primary liaison across university departments—including Housing, Financial Aid, Bursar, Registrar, and Academic Affairs, while also contributing to committees and policy development that advance neuro-inclusive practices across campus
Additionally, the Director fosters strong partnerships with parents, community organizations, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agencies, and external stakeholders, representing Mosaic in the community and ensuring the program remains a leader in supporting neurodiverse student success
Program Development and Assessment •Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of student and staff programming, including curriculum, retreats, orientations, coaching initiatives, and academic support strategies
Oversee program data collection and analysis, including coaching outcomes, retention rates, and student buy-in metrics
Use data to inform continuous program improvement, annual reporting, and long-term planning
Partner with faculty to implement inclusive classroom strategies and provide consultations that enhance the learning environment for autistic students
Provide strategic leadership and oversight into the professional development of staff, ensuring effective implementation of coaching practices, crisis response, social interpretation and coaching, and the integration of neurodiversity-informed strategies to support students in navigating college life and transitioning to the workforce
Financial Management and Development •Manage the program's budget, approve expenditures, and oversee procurement of supplies and marketing materials
Collaborate with university advancement or external entities to identify funding opportunities and support development efforts
Research and Scholarly Engagement •Engage with research initiatives and scholarly publications to maintain Mosaic's national standing
Present at professional conferences and ensure the program remains competitive and aligned with best practices in neurodiversity support
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Four years of progressive experience in higher education or disability services, including direct work with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Supervisory background with at least 1-2 years of experience managing full-time professional staff
Fostering a high-performing, inclusive team culture
Implementing individualized professional development plans
Preferred
A master's degree
5-7 years of progressive experience in higher education or disability services, including direct work with students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Strong supervisory background with at least 3 or more years of experience managing full-time professional staff
Fostering a high-performing, inclusive team culture
Implementing individualized professional development plans
Company
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is an engaged, metropolitan university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
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