| Location | Madison |
The Cutting Edge Academic Coordinator works with students with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as parents, student workers, and Edgewood University staff & faculty to promote inclusion within higher education. The Academic Coordinator ensures student s' academic accommodations are met, and modifications are implemented when appropriate. The Academic Coordinator also collaborates with faculty in supporting students in general education courses.Responsibilities:Academic Scheduling and SupportIdentifies and implements academic accommodations and support for students based on students' Individualized Education Plans and other disability documentationActs as the first point of contact to address student needs and supports in academicsAttends weekly student meetings to address student needs and supports in academicsAdvices students on course selection and registration according to their certificate or degree planDevelops and monitors Individualized College Plans, student profiles, and student schedulesCreates the Academic Master Schedule for the programFamily & Staff CollaborationIdentifies student support needs (course coaching) and collaborates with program leadership to address these needsCollaborates with the Practicum Coordinator and/or other Education Faculty specifically to address practicum needsCommunicates and collaborates with families, students, and faculty regarding academicsCollaborates with other academic advisors at the University to support degree-seeking studentsCommunicates with the Registrar's Office regarding course audits, special arrangements, or other course related needsCommunicates with the Division of Education regarding Cutting Edge courses, enrollment predictions, and the timetablePartners with program leadership to make changes to Cutting Edge courses or Cutting Edge certificatesPartners with program leadership to address matters of campus and classroom inclusionCurriculum and InstructionMay develop curriculum for select Cutting Edge courses: EDU91 Safety in the Community, EDU92 Interpersonal Relationships, EDU93& 94 Internship, and EDU90/100 Skills for SuccessMay deliver direct instruction throughout the school yearProvides regular feedback to students regarding their progress (when instructing)Event PlanningCollaborates with the Cutting Edge Team in planning and executing annual events: Concluding Ceremony, Pre-College Program, Cutting Edge Retreat, Open Houses, Night Market, Student Showcase, and Peer Mentor AppreciationAttends program events as assignedOn CallAvailable to respond to urgent student matters after hours via the duty phone; schedule is created on a rotating basis amongst staffJOB QUALIFICATIONSNecessary Education or Work Experience:Bachelor's degree in special education or related fieldExperience implementing academic accommodations, modifications and supportMinimum of three years related work experienceRequired Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of academic accommodations and modifications, assistive technologies, and academic support tools/resourcesAbility to co-manage multiple student schedulesAbility to collaborate with staff and facultyExperience in administrative management of services for adult learners with disabilities;Excellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal communication skillsRequired Technology Skills:Ability to utilize Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to incorporate assistive technology into the programAbility to use online applications such as Blackboard to monitor student assignment completionOther Qualifications:Edgewood University, a Catholic university sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. Candidates must demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women and racial and ethnic minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The selected candidate must actively support the mission of the University by working with faculty, staff and students to share in our core values – truth, compassion, justice, partnership, and community.Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without Employer Sponsorship.#J-18808-Ljbffr