Access to Achievement Specialist
Guilford Technical Community College
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Job summary
Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) invites applications for an Access to Achievement Specialist. The role supports students with IDD by coordinating programs, providing individualized advising and case management, and promoting inclusive campus engagement.
The successful candidate will strengthen academic access, credential attainment, and career readiness through mentoring, referrals, assistive technology integration, and collaboration with faculty and campus partners.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, Special Education or related area from an accredited institution.
- Master's degree in education or related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in a postsecondary educational setting providing teaching, counseling, or advising services to individuals with IDD.
- 2+ years of experience using assistive technology to support IDD.
- Experience with distance learning or alternate instructional delivery systems.
Responsibilities
- Supports students with IDD by coordinating programs, providing individualized advising and case management, and promoting inclusive campus engagement.
- Strengthen academic access, credential attainment, and career readiness through mentoring, referrals, assistive technology integration, and collaboration with faculty.
- Manages workshops, data tracking, reporting, and the Summer Preparedness Program to ensure resources and pathways for success.
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Job description
At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative individuals to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.
The Access to Achievement Specialist supports students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ( IDD ) by coordinating programs, providing individualized advising and case management, and promoting inclusive campus engagement. The role strengthens academic access, credential attainment, and career readiness through mentoring, referrals, assistive technology integration, and collaboration with faculty and campus partners. It also manages key program operations- including workshops, data tracking, reporting, and the Summer Preparedness Program to ensure students have the resources, supports, and pathways needed for long-term educational and employment success.
Contacts
- Bachelor's degree in education, Special Education or related area from an institutional accredited post-secondary institution.
- Master's degree in education, Special Education or a related field from an institutional accredited post-secondary institution.
- Greater than three years of experience within a postsecondary institution with teaching, counseling, or advising individuals with IDD .
- Greater than two years of experience with use of assistive technology for individuals with IDD .
- Community College administrative and/or teaching experience.
- Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.
- Ability to plan, develop, and implement successful career pathways for students with IDD .
- Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
- Create and maintain a learner centered environment that produces
- Create and maintain a learner-centered environment that supports measurable skills gains and attainment of credentials, certificates, diplomas, and degrees, leading to successful transitions into postsecondary education, training, and employment.
- Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of and experience in implementing best practices for adults with IDD including best practices in instruction, advising, and career services.
The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter:
- Ethics
- Safety/Shooter on Campus
- Personal Information Protection Training ( PIP )
- Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
- Other training may be required as determined applicable.
- Have you completed a Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education or a related area from an institutionally accredited post-secondary institution?
- Yes
- No
- Do you possess three or more years of experience in a postsecondary educational setting providing teaching, counseling, or advising services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have two (2) or more years of experience using assistive technology to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID D)?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
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