Learning Specialist, Disability Support Services
Salary
$53,496.00 - $66,828.00 Annually
Location
Southern Wake Campus
Job Type
Full-time, Annual
Job Number
07183
Military, Veterans, and Special Programs
Disability Support Services
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
150
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Position Description
Pay Grade: Specialist 8
This position provides study strategy sessions for students to include assistance with curriculum subjects, time management, study skills, organization, self-advocacy, and test preparation.
Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.
Acts as an advocate for student needs with faculty and staff when necessary
Assists with New Student Orientation
Serves as a resource for disabilities support services staff, students and faculty
Serves as a reader and/or scribe for curriculum tests for students with disabilities who require those accommodations
Promotes disability awareness through presentations and consultations
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of English, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Working knowledge of learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, brain injury, autism spectrum disorders and their manifestations and consequences
Ability to learn and reinforce course content concepts to students from Wake Tech
curriculum programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to teach effective student self-advocacy skills
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
Keeps abreast of state-of-the-art technology, techniques, services, and philosophy relevant to disability areas
Effective collaboration, communication and problem-solving skills
Requirements:
Masters degree in English, or a Social Sciences discipline, Education, Teaching, Learning Disabilities, Special Education, or a related field
Two years experience teaching in a secondary or post-secondary environment
Preferences:
Experience working with students with disabilities in a secondary or post-secondary environment
Essential Personnel:
TBD
As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employees professional growth.
Benefits at a Glance
Wake Technical Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our annual employees. Click here for more information.
For further information, please contact 919-866-7890.
Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not earn benefits.
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Describe your experience working directly with student with multiple disabilities in a secondary/post-secondary environment.
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What level of English, Humanities, and Social Sciences are you proficient with assisting students?
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In addition to English, Humanities, and Social Sciences, what other academic areas are you capable of assisting students?
Required Question
Employer Wake Technical Community College
Address 9101 Fayetteville Rd.
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27603
Phone 9198665934
Website https://www.waketech.edu/