Accessibility Specialist - Contract Faculty

Douglas College; Coquitlam, New Westminster; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College seeks an Accessibility Specialist to enhance the educational experience for students with disabilities. This contract faculty role involves coordinating support services, working collaboratively within academic frameworks, and promoting accessibility across both campuses. Ideal candidates will possess relevant educational qualifications and experience in providing accommodations in educational settings.

Benefits

Transit-accessible campuses

Hybrid work arrangements

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or adults with disabilities in a clinical or educational setting.
• Knowledge of psychosocial and academic impacts of disability relevant to adult learners.
• Professional experience in the interpretation of normative assessments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accommodations and support services for students with disabilities.
• Meet with students to discuss their disability and determine appropriate accommodations.
• Consult with instructors to facilitate accommodation within regular course expectations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Consultation

Education

Master’s degree in Educational Psychology or equivalent discipline

Job description

Accessibility Specialist - Contract Faculty

Salary Range

Hourly: $52.41-$114.65/hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,947; Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

You’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an environment where students are well-supported and motivated to learn. As an established professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative and purposeful methods uphold the College’s reputation to inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your role, you’re doing what you love too!

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty as an Accessibility Specialist, and shape an educational journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

Douglas College is looking for an Accessibility Specialist to join the Accessibility Services team. Accessibility Services advises the college on disability issues, facilitates individual accommodations for students, and works collaboratively to identify and remove barriers in the learning environment. The team consists of Specialists who plan accommodations for students with disabilities and staff who provide exam accommodations, accessible course materials, communication access, and assistive technology accommodations. Accessibility Services is part of the Student Affairs and Services department and helps students access and navigate other services such as Counseling, Advising, Financial Aid, Indigenous Services, and Student Life.
The Accessibility Specialist position is for an initial one year term with the possibility of an extension. The successful candidate will work Mon-Fri, at either campus location (New Westminster or Coquitlam), or online. Regular work may include daytime and evening hours. Workload is assigned each year based on available work.

The Accessibility Specialist coordinates accommodations and support services for students with disabilities. This includes:

• Evaluating diagnostic, educational, and interview data
• Meeting with students to discuss the impact of their disability and determine appropriate accommodation
• Consulting with instructors to determine how accommodations may be provided within regular course expectations and objectives
• Advising and supporting students with accessibility and advocacy needs and referrals
• Maintaining, storing, and sharing confidential disability and accommodation information
• Conducting meetings with students, faculty, and other service providers

Accessibility Specialists also contribute to team efforts and initiatives that enhance services for students with disabilities in response to ongoing change and development in the field. This includes collaborating with college faculty, staff, and administration to improve accessibility across the college.
To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• A Master’s degree in Educational Psychology or equivalent discipline such as Special Education, Psychology, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, or Disability Studies
• Experience working with youth or adults with disabilities in a clinical or educational setting
• Professional experience conducting and interpreting assessments, planning and implementing individual services, and managing a diverse caseload

To be successful in the role, Accessibility Specialists also require
• Ability to work within and promote a social model of disability
• Knowledge of psychosocial and academic impacts of disability relevant to adult learners
• Demonstrated experience applying principles of the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act ( FIPPA )
• Professional experience in the administration and/or interpretation of normative assessments and reports in areas such as: cognition, academic achievement, vocation, mental health, behavior, and self-regulation
• Teaching experience, preferably post-secondary or secondary
• Personal attributes and interpersonal skills that facilitate teamwork and effective working relationships with a wide range of students, faculty, staff, and community members

Additional Information

The Accessibility Specialist position is for a two month term. The successful candidate will work Mon-Fri, at either campus location (New Westminster or Coquitlam), or online. Regular work may include daytime and evening hours. Workload is assigned at 80% and based on available work.

Posting Number

Posting Number 00718F

Position Type

Position Type Faculty - Contract

Position Title

Position Title Accessibility Specialist - Contract Faculty

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 08/11/2025

End Date

End Date 10/11/2025

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 06/30/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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Douglas College is committed to being a workplace that is free of discrimination, that values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the communities we serve.

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• * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
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• * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
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• * If you are a regular or auxiliary staff member of the College, are you currently on your probation/trial period at the College?Please note that Article 28.5 (a) of the Collective Agreement (BCGEU) states - "...regular employees shall not be eligible to apply for another regular posted position within their initial probation period...", and Article 28.5 (b) states - "...employees shall not be eligible to apply for another posted position within their trial period unless the posted position constitutes a promotion or results in a change from auxiliary to regular status...".
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not an employee