Stroke & Disability Learning Center (SDLC) Program Associate

Cabrillo College

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Hourly (1%-49%)

Job Number: 2023-01710

Closing: 2/23/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Aptos, CA

Department: Stroke Center - See Sped

Employment Opportunity

We need YOU! Cabrillo College is looking for staff to provide quality programs and services for a diverse student population promoting ever-evolving needs as our students grow toward their individual aspirational goals. Cabrillo is an Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a special focus on enhancing the Latinx student experience. Come join our team, valuing high-level and innovative instruction, support services, a welcoming environment, and helping to change the world one student at a time!

This part-time (40%, 16 hours per week), 8 months per year position provides individual and group instructional assistance to students with a variety of speech, memory, cognitive and mobility limitations in a supportive learning environment; ensures student safety and security; and performs related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will share Cabrillo's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 11,400 students per term. In the Fall of 2021, 58% of Cabrillo students are members of minoritized populations, identifying themselves as LatinX (48%), Multi Ethnic (5%), Asian (2%), Black Non-Hispanic (1%), Filipino (1%), American Indian/Alaskan Native (Schedule: Part-time (40%, 16 hours per week) assignment, 8 months per year. Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. with remaining six (6) hours negotiable; with evenings and weekends as required.

Position scheduled to begin as soon as possible, pending continued funding and Governing Board ratification. Salary is subject to proration based on the beginning date of assignment. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.

Benefits:

This part-time assignment is not eligible for insurance-related benefits or PERS retirement benefits.

As a classified staff member at Cabrillo College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

• In computer laboratory and classroom environments, works with students having a variety of disabil­ities and limitations to achieve individual goals through the development and attainment of learning strategies in such areas as speech and communications, memory improvement, computer skills, use of speech-to-text technologies and basic academics such as reading and writing; creates and adapts lessons and activities to meet the individual needs of students following themes developed by faculty; based on assessments of student achievement, modifies instructional techniques and lesson/activity content to better meet student needs and attain goals.

• Monitors student interactions and uses appropriate interventions to manage and address student behavioral issues; reinforces standard social rules and behaviors and assists students in developing strategies for anticipating and managing their own behaviors; reinforces effective social skills.

• Sets up and maintains a safe physical environment that accommodates students' individual needs; sets up, installs, maintains and services specialized assistive equipment, software, materials and supplies used in Stroke and Disability Learning Center classes and laboratories; ensures the safe transition of students in wheelchairs and with other mobility limitations between learning environ­ments.

• Records data and maintains a variety of student records on attendance and program performance; ensures the confidentiality of student records in accordance with applicable legal requirements including HIPAA.

• Provides day-to-day work guidance and coordination to student interns and volunteers; assigns, schedules and monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with District, department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards; participates in developing and evaluating plans, work processes, systems and proce­dures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards; provides informa­tion, instruction and training on work procedures and technical, legal and regulatory require­ments.

• Provides input to supervisor on volunteer and student intern work performance and behaviors; assists in ensuring a fair, open and inclusive work environment in accordance with the District's mission, goals and values.

OTHER DUTIES

• Researches and stays current on new developments in pedagogy and technologies for students with a variety of disabilities and deficits.

• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disabi­lity, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation, of community college students, faculty and staff AND

• An associate degree with major coursework in special education, speech therapy, adaptive technologies or a closely related field AND at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience involving instructional assistance to students with brain injuries, language and cognitive deficits and other disabilities OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Desirable:

• Bachelor's degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, theories, practices, methods and procedures used in instructing and tutoring disabled students with a variety of brain injuries and language, cognitive deficits and other disabilities.

• Assistive technology tools, equipment and software available to address the specific needs of disabled students in a college-level environment.

• Basic principles of learning and learning styles and limitations associated with various types of disabilities.

• Proper techniques, safety practices and etiquette applicable to working with adults with mobility impairments.

• The Americans with Disabilities Act and other local, state and federal laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to providing accommodations and support to students with disabilities.

• Health and safety practices related to working with individuals with disabilities and applicable laws and regulations including HIPAA.

• Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Community services available to individuals with disabilities, including paratransit services.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Explain and apply instructional methods and procedures in a manner that can be understood by individuals with a wide variety of brain injuries and language, cognitive deficits and other disabilities.

• Evaluate learning support needs and level of technology skills in order to adapt lessons and exercises to meet individual student needs.

• Analyze situations accurately, evaluating alternatives and adopting effective courses of action.

• Organize, set priorities and exercise sound, independent judgment within area of assigned respons­ibility.

• Interpret, apply and explain District policies and procedures and reach sound decisions in areas applicable to the work.

• Convey empathy and work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds who have differing types and degrees of disability, learning issues and challenges, and who bring a range of developed skills in handling an educational environment.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

• Operate a computer and use standard business software.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Uphold the District's mission, values and objectives including equity and Guided Pathways.

• Support an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect and engagement.

Desired:

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Additional Information

Application Process:

• Complete the application and answer all supplemental questions; provide detailed information to aid in determining the minimum qualification requirements have been met

• Attach resume

• Attach all unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed, if applicable, displaying any degrees conferred (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable). Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant's expense -https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGJTFIrRv2PERt9gT4AEOAsvI7PKIhwb/view for more information

Please note: All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.

Attention Applicants

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including cover letters or letters of reference) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas. A position eligibility pool may be established in order to fill other part-time or substitute assignments as needs arise.

Questions? Concerns? Please contact HR as Departments, Divisions, and Committee Members are unable to discuss active recruitments with potential candidates.

Selection Procedure

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and can also be accessed through yourhttps://www.governmentjobs.com/

Conditions of Employment

Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes).

EEO Statement

Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.

Accommodations

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at mailto:cabrillohr@cabrillo.edu.

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