Touro University · 2 months ago
ADA Learning Specialist
Henderson, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelTouro University Nevada is a non-profit medical, health sciences, and education graduate university focused on positively impacting the community in healthcare and education. The ADA Learning Specialist will provide services to maximize the success, retention, and graduation of students, working collaboratively with faculty and staff to implement necessary accommodations and support.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Meet with students submitting requests and process requests for ADA accommodations
Work with the Director of OASIS to recommend and maintain appropriate accommodations based on documentation and regulations
Work with faculty to implement required accommodations
Provide academic coaching and support for students on an ongoing basis in individual and group formats. Provide students with strategies to improve study skills, study efficiency, test-taking skills, time management skills, etc. Monitor the progress of students at risk of under-performance. Document coaching sessions with students
Assist faculty and staff in the COM and CHHS to identify students who need tutoring, writing, counseling, or other referrals. Capacity to determine accommodations or additional outside resources
Develop and deliver workshops for current and prospective students
Complete AHEAD ADA training
Complete Accessibility Information Management (AIM) training
Utilize AIM to update, manage, and communicate ADA-related information and documentation
Act as a backup testing proctor for the Testing Center when needed
Attend meetings and events as assigned by the Director and Assistant Director
Report de-identified ADA information to programs upon request
Assist with Commencement, White Coat, and/or other university ceremonies
Attend and participate as needed in the division, department, and University meetings, committees, and events
Uphold policies and procedures in the university catalog and program handbooks
Demonstrate dedication to the University’s core values through their work
Provide exceptional service and be able to articulate the mission and values of Touro University Nevada
Ability to work flexible hours intermittently, such as evenings and Sundays, for special events
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree required (Science, Health Science, Social Science, Education or related field preferred)
Experience with ADA and supporting students with documented disabilities
Experience working with graduate and/or professional students, preferred
Experience with graduate-level life or health sciences, preferred
Experience teaching, training, and/or delivering presentations
Experience working in online environments/with online learning management platforms (LMS)
Microsoft Office competency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote)
Zoom video conferencing competency
Familiarity with ADA and applicable laws, rules and regulations regarding students with disabilities
Familiarity with FERPA and applicable laws, rules and regulations regarding student records
Ability to present engaging material to high-achieving graduate students
Knowledge of evidence-based active learning theories
Superior customer service skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to create and maintain collaborative and productive relationships with various groups
Experience and enthusiasm for working with students, staff, and faculty in a growing university setting
Preferred
Experience in higher education, preferably in student or human services
Experience with health science programs
Experience with graduate-level accommodation services
Experience conducting evaluations and recommendations for accommodation
Conceptual, analytical, and organizational skills
Detail-oriented
Innovative and solution-oriented
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Company
Touro University
Touro University is a Jewish-sponsored independent institution of higher and professional education.
Founded in 2016
1001-5000 employees
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