Inclusive Instructional Support Specialist

Miami Dade College; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Dade College is seeking an Auxiliary Instructional Support Specialist to provide individualized classroom and supplemental academic support to students enrolled in STAR Academy. This role emphasizes collaboration with faculty and staff to promote student engagement, persistence, and program completion.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in psychology, Education, or a related field, at least three years of experience with individuals with disabilities, and strong skills in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in psychology, Education, or related field.
• Three years of experience in an academic setting working with individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of student engagement, active-learning strategies, and training and education principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instructional support and monitor students’ classroom progress throughout the semester.
• Help students participate successfully in classroom discussions, assignments, and assessments.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify curriculum adaptations and program modifications that address individual student needs.
• Develop and facilitate enrichment activities and supplemental instruction.
• Connect students with appropriate supportive services and document those services in student records.
• Support the recruitment and retention of grant-program participants.
• Maintain accurate student files, departmental logs, reports, and grant documentation in accordance with audit requirements.
• Maintain instructional references and resources for student use.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Miami Dade College is seeking an Auxiliary Instructional Support Specialist to provide individualized classroom and supplemental academic support to students enrolled in STAR Academy. This role emphasizes collaboration with faculty and staff to promote student engagement, persistence, and program completion.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in psychology, Education, or a related field, at least three years of experience with individuals with disabilities, and strong skills in