Learning Specialist for Accessibility & Disability Support

St. John's University; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition remission

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Generous paid time off

Job summary

St. John’s University’s Office of Disability Services seeks a full-time, in-person Learning Specialist to support students with disabilities, providing individualized accommodations and compliance with applicable laws.

The Learning Specialist collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to promote inclusive teaching and academic success, develops workshops, and maintains resource databases for successful program delivery.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities in educational or support services.
• Knowledge of ADA and Section 504 regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
• Experience with assistive technologies and adaptive learning strategies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and FERPA compliance.
• Ability to consult and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review diagnostic information to determine eligibility for ADA/ADAAA/504 protections.
• Determine accommodations and consult with students, faculty, and staff.
• Develop customized accommodations with students based on assessments.
• Coordinate and implement accommodations (timing, note-taking, accessible materials).
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to implement accommodations.
• Develop and deliver workshops on learning disabilities and inclusive practices.
• Collaborate with faculty to support diverse learning needs.
• Research and compile academic support resources and assistive tech tools.
• Maintain a resource/referral database for students with disabilities.
• Advise on acquisition of assistive technology and learning resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

FERPA compliance

Assistive technology familiarity

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in special education, psychology, counseling, or related field

Certification as Learning Disability Specialist (preferred)

Tools

Assistive technology tools

Job description

St. John’s University’s Office of Disability Services seeks a full-time, in-person Learning Specialist to support students with disabilities, providing individualized accommodations and compliance with applicable laws.

The Learning Specialist collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to promote inclusive teaching and academic success, develops workshops, and maintains resource databases for successful program delivery.