AccessAbility Services Learning Specialist

Western Connecticut State University AccessAbility Services Learning Specialist University Assistant Part-time Position Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for a part-time 11.75 hours per week Learning Specialist University Assistant in the Office of AccessAbility Services.

• Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply.
• We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion.
• WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Servicing Institution (HSI).
• This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.
• AccessAbility Services coordinates and provides accommodations and support services to over 400 undergraduate and graduate students with documented disabilities.
• Information on the department can be found at: https://www.wcsu.edu/accessability/. Information on the University may be found at www.wcsu.edu.

• Position Responsibilities Provides front office coverage, including answering phones, greeting students and visitors, and directing inquiries appropriately.
• Monitors and responds to office email communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists students, faculty, and visitors with general questions regarding AccessAbility Services processes and procedures.
• Maintains accurate and timely case notes documenting student interactions in the office’s online database.
• Assists in the hiring, supervision and training of student employees.
• Provides training and oversees work assignments for undergraduate student employees involved in the provision of exam and assistive technology accommodations.
• Serve as an exam proctor in our accommodated exam rooms.
• Develop and present academic workshops to promote student academic skills.
• Develop academic strategies/handouts to support the transition of incoming students.
• Support Beyond All Odds, a student organization for students with and without disabilities that promotes disability inclusion on campus.