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Academic Coach

2 months ago

Poughkeepsie, New York, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Role

The Moorhead Academic Coach will provide academic coaching and learning strategy assistance for students with diagnosed learning differences, psychological disorders, chronic health impairments, and other disability-related needs. This is a full-time, 10-month, benefit eligible position.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide executive skills/academic coaching services and learning strategy instruction for a caseload of 20-25 students registered with the Office for Accessibility and Educational Opportunity.
  • Communicate clearly, orally and in writing, information about your caseload to the director to coordinate support internally and with other campus resources.
  • Develop workshops independently and collaboratively for students on topics related to executive function, mindset, neurodiversity, and academic skills.
  • Assist in the coordination of accommodations, including assistive technology usage, notetaker services, exam proctoring arrangements, and/or alternative print format as needed.
  • Collaborate with team members to contribute toward effective implementation of office programs and services.
  • Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.


Requirements
  • Advanced degree or substantial coursework in learning disabilities, special education, or related discipline with relevant experience and training in the field of learning disabilities, strongly preferred.
  • Three years teaching or direct professional experience working with neurodiverse students, preferably at the post-secondary level.
  • Proven ability to learn new software effectively, including familiarity with text-to-speech and document conversion software.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, and respectfully in a complex and diverse academic environment.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated willingness to advance professional skills and knowledge including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and related sections of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Demonstrated understanding and application of current research, best practices, and educational trends in providing student-centered support.


What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package for administrators.
  • 22 vacation days for full-time employees – prorated if not full-time.
  • Unlimited paid personal and sick time for use at the supervisor's approval.
  • 14 paid holidays per year, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day.
  • A choice of three health plans (EPO, PPO, High Deductible).
  • Participation in FSA, Dependent Care, and Transit programs.
  • Voluntary, employee-paid dental insurance plan.
  • Life Insurance and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance.
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
  • 403(b) defined contribution plan after one year of service.
  • Tuition benefits for undergraduate programs: Eligible after applicable waiting period.