Accommodations Specialist

Required Education and Experience: Master’s degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, or related fields.

working with individuals with disabilities in an educational or support services setting.

Knowledge of disability laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.

with assistive technologies and adaptive learning strategies.

Ability to maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with internal and external colleagues and constituents.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA regulations.

serving diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to equity.

Strong ability to consult and collaborate with others.

Preferred Education and Experience: Certification as a Learning Disability Specialist or similar credential Experience with assistive technology and accessible design principles Experience in program development, workshop facilitation, or training delivery.

Knowledge of universal design for learning (UDL) principles and instructional design methodologies

• Master’s degree in special education, Psychology, Counseling, or related fields.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities in an educational or support services setting.
• Knowledge of disability laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
• Experience with assistive technologies and adaptive learning strategies.
• Ability to maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with internal and external colleagues and constituents.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA regulations.
• Experience serving diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to equity.
• Strong ability to consult and collaborate with others.
• Certification as a Learning Disability Specialist or similar credential
• Experience with assistive technology and accessible design principles
• Experience in program development, workshop facilitation, or training delivery.
• Knowledge of universal design for learning (UDL) principles and instructional design methodologies

Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment. This position is required to use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, etc. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This position is a full-time, in-person position. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the expectation for a flex schedule of two or three days to accommodate evening appointments and programs. This position occasionally requires extended hours and weekend work. Travel when appropriate and requested. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $66,300. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. *Important Note- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.?All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $66,300.

St.

John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

*Important Note- St.

John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer

St.

John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget.

We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St.

John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St.

John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.?All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

St.

John’s offers an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, employees can also enjoy St.

John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstore, dining facilities, campus recreation, and sporting events.