Accessible Learning Trainee: Start in Disability Services

Opt For Healthy Living; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 46,314 - 56,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

CalPERS pension

CSU tuition waiver

Job summary

San Diego State University seeks an Accessible Learning Trainee to support disability services by coordinating accessible materials and technology-based accommodations for students with disabilities. Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience in captioning, alternative media, and accessible learning resources to ensure equitable access to course content.

You will work with SDS staff, Accommodations Counselors, and media captioning personnel, building professional skills in

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field.
• Specialized experience substituting education on a year‑for‑year basis may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accessible media and captioning services by processing requests, communicating with students and faculty, preparing materials, and supporting quality assurance activities.
• Assist with delivery of alternative media and accessible technology services, including electronic text, assistive technology resources, and accessible instructional materials.
• Provide frontline support for students and faculty by explaining accessible learning processes, coordinating communication, and sharing information about available services and resources.
• Support SDS operations by assisting with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) service scheduling, data tracking, reporting, and service continuity during peak periods.
• Participate in training and professional development while learning established processes for accessible learning services.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Assistive technology

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, public or business administration

Tools

Assistive technology hardware and software

Job description

San Diego State University seeks an Accessible Learning Trainee to support disability services by coordinating accessible materials and technology-based accommodations for students with disabilities. Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience in captioning, alternative media, and accessible learning resources to ensure equitable access to course content.

You will work with SDS staff, Accommodations Counselors, and media captioning personnel, building professional skills in