Accommodations Support Specialist for Curriculum and Assessment

Job Description - Accommodations Support Specialist for Curriculum and Assessment (23000503)

Job Description

Requisition Title

Accommodations Support Specialist for Curriculum and Assessment (23000503)

Description

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Job Title: Accommodations Support Specialist for Curriculum and Assessment NJ CSC Title: Professional Services Specialist 3 Job Spec Code: 81257 Union Description: CWA State Class Code: 21 Salary: P21/$56,893.23 - 64,777.68 Salary Range is used to calculate promotional calculations for applicants who are current NJ state employees with underlying classified status if selected.

Position Summary:

The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) fosters a dynamic and transformative educational experience by providing resources, opportunities, and strategies that support the teacher-scholar model and enhance student-centered learning in the classroom and beyond. CETL develops workshops, events and resources for faculty through initiatives such as Faculty Foundations, the annual Excellence in Teaching and Learning Summit, a Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Faculty Fellows program, a mini-grants program, Good Reads, and more. CETL provides support and maintenance for the Canvas Learning Management System and related tools (Kaltura, Kaltura Reach, Respondus Lockdown Browser, NameCoach Roster, LibAnswers, Turnitin, WordPress, etc.) The Center also provides 1-on-1 coaching appointments in instructional design and pedagogy for faculty.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of CETL, the Accommodations Support Specialist for Curriculum and Assessment will provide guidance and support for faculty on instructional design, with specific focus on the creation of custom coursework for students with disability-related accommodations. This person will have a strong background in instructional design principles with experience in Universal Design for Learning and making course content accessible. They will assess faculty and student instructional technology requirements, recommend solutions, develop training materials, and offer direct troubleshooting for faculty. They will also have excellent collaboration and communication skills and demonstrate ability to support individuals with a wide range of technical skills.

Main Responsibilities:

Support faculty in the creation of course materials for students with accommodation plans as well as general course design.

Assist CETL in the evaluation and deployment of new systems, tools, and resources.

Support the operations of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.

Develop knowledge base entries and workshop resources that support universal design and accessibility work

Liaison with the Accessibility Resource Center.

Research and evaluate new and emerging assistive technologies.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (in assistive technology, instructional technology, instructional design, or education preferred).

At least 2 years of experience working in disability support services, instructional technology, instructional design, teaching and learning with technology, or a directly related field; or, an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Advanced knowledge of learning theories and universal design models.

Experience designing assignments and assessments.

Strong technology skills with advanced knowledge of course development software, learning management systems (Canvas preferred); assistive technology tools and resources, web conferencing systems, screen/lecture capture systems, MS Office, and Google tools for both Mac and PC environments.

Experience designing and providing technical training and instruction, both group and individualized.

Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, and audio scripts/video scripts.

Excellent organization and verbal, written, and oral presentation communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills to work with a variety of cultures, backgrounds, and age levels.

Commitment to learning and adapting cutting-edge technologies for support of online and blended learning.

At least one year experience with Learning Management Systems, and supporting software solutions.

Previous professional teaching and professional development training experience; experience in higher education preferred.

Active participation in professional organizations and professional development programs relevant to the position.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or advanced degree.

Experience with online program quality measurement tools such as the OLC Quality Scorecard, the QM Rubric, or other similar models.

Ability to work with and train in both a PC and Mac environments.

Knowledge and experience in the educational applications of social media technologies.

Employer Qualifications:

Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks.

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should apply online at: [email protected] and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable candidate is selected.

SAME Applicants

If you are applying under the New Jersey "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references by the closing date listed above to: [email protected]. For more information on the SAME program visit their website at: https: // nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected], or call CSC at: 833-691-0404.

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.

Job

: Staff

Organization

: The College of New Jersey

Job Posting

: May 3, 2023, 7:44:03 PM