Learning Disabilities Specialist - (US-CA-Fremont - 94555)

Compensation: $60K - $120K / Year
Minimum Education: Tech School
Job Type: Full Time
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POSITION
Under the direction of the Dean of Deaf Studies and Special Services, assess student eligibility for DSPS (Disabled Student Program and Services); provide specialized counseling, academic advising and registration assistance; teach developmental classes; provide campus outreach for students with learning disabilities; and maintain all required records. This position may have assignments in the evenings and/or weekend and/or at off campus locations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Pre-screen students for symptoms of possible learning disabilities and schedule follow-up testing when appropriate.
2. Administer learning disability assessment tests in accordance with the State of California mandated Eligibility Model, including, but not limited to, the WAIS-III and/or the Woodcock-Johnson III Batteries.
3. Interpret results of testing done by this department or of testing done by other schools or licensed professionals.
4. Identify educational limitations of and appropriate accommodations for students with learning disabilities.
5. Counsel students about the results of the tests and, when indicated, appropriate accommodations such as books on tape, spelling and spell check devices, and other aids.
6. Develop student educational plans, including recommended courses, services and accommodations for students with learning disabilities.
7. Provide technical assistance for college personnel in meeting the federal guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 504 regulations, Title V guidelines governing the implementation of AB 77, and all other laws that pertain to access for persons with disabilities in higher education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Master's in (1) Rehabilitation Counseling, (2) Special Education and 24 or more units in upper division or graduate level course work in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology or social work; or (3) counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, or social welfare; and 12 or more semester units in upper division or graduate level course work specifically in counseling or rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities or 2 years of full-time experience, or the equivalent, or (4) Master’s in Learning Disabilities, Special Education, Psychology, Educational Psychology or Rehabilitation Counseling and 15 semester units of upper division or graduate study in the area of Learning Disabilities or the equivalent.*
2. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
3. Demonstrated ability to teach a variety of developmental skills courses at the community college level.

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