Academic Attendant, Student Accessibility Services

RRC Polytech; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Winnipeg is seeking an Academic Attendant to support students with disabilities in accessing educational activities. This role requires strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills and is ideal for those with a diploma in social sciences. The position is casual, with hours depending on students' schedules, offering a competitive hourly wage ranging from CA$30.03 to CA$42.36.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of common disabilities and their implications.
• Ability to manage disability-related barriers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in educational activities.
• Provide notetaking and clarify instructions.
• Support students in navigating group work and social interactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organization

Time management

Communication

Education

Diploma in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

Learning management software

Assistive technology

Job description

Academic Attendant, Student Accessibility Services

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Base pay range

CA$30.03 / hr - CA$42.36 / hr

RRC Polytech is committed to accessible employment and to ensuring that our hiring processes are barrier free. If you require information in an alternate format, or if you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Academic Attendant (Casual)

Student Accessibility Services

POSITION TYPE : 3 Casual Positions Available

SALARY : $30.03 - $42.36 hourly

POSITION LOCATION : Exchange District Campus and / or Notre Dame Campus

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s) : Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit : www.rrc.ca / hr / work / hiring-process / .

ELIGIBILITY LIST : This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Supervisor, Student Accessibility Services, the Academic Attendant works one-on-one with students with disabilities (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, physical disabilities, vision loss), within and outside of the classroom setting, to ensure access and to promote full participation in educational activities. The role of the Academic Attendant will vary depending on the functional implications associated with each student's disability. Common Academic Attendant job duties include : notetaking; assisting a student in managing their behaviours in the classroom; assisting a student in staying on task; providing detailed verbal descriptions and clarification of visual information; removing outerwear and setting up needed equipment; clarifying instructions for homework / assignments; navigating social and academic requirements of group work; and providing transitional and onboarding support within work-integrated learning activities (e.g., practicum placements). This is a casual position, with hours being dependent on the student's course schedule. The incumbent may be expected to work at either or both the Exchange District or Notre Dame Campus locations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Social Sciences (e.g., Disability and Community Support, Disability Studies) or related field. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
• Experience working directly with individuals with disabilities, preferably in the post-secondary setting
• Knowledge and understanding of common functional implications associated with a variety of disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, vision loss, and physical disabilities
• Excellent problem solving to manage disability related barriers in the moment and how to eliminate, or reduce, those barriers
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in stressful situations
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to exercise tact, discretion and diplomacy in complex situations
• Exceptional organization and time management skills and the ability to assist students in developing such skills
• Knowledge of federal and provincial human rights legislation, the duty to accommodate, accessibility standards, and privacy legislation and regulations
• Effective verbal and written skills to provide information and support to students with a variety of interpersonal and cognitive challenges
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with learning management software
• Familiarity with assistive technology (e.g., text-to-speech software, screen reader software)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada

This position may be required to work evenings and / or weekends

This position may be required to work overtime

Incumbent must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check, including a Vulnerable Persons Sector Check

Incumbent must provide a current and satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check

May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses

This position will be required to work weekdays

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Other

Job function

Job function

Education and Customer Service

Industries

Higher Education, Technical and Vocational Training, and Professional Training and Coaching

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