College of Dupage
Learning Disabilities Specialist Evaluator
College of Dupage, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, us, 60138
Learning Disabilities Specialist Evaluator
The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Administer evaluations and interpret diagnostic assessments and documentation for cognitive, psychological and physical disorders to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies.Determines appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs, and determine if students qualify for special services and programs.Assessments and documentation include, but are not limited to, student's Individual Educational Plan, Psychological Evaluation, physical and psychologist reports, etc.Reviews C.O.D. records to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs.Meets with students to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs.Consults with area high schools, resources and/or referral agencies to best determine student's tutorial needs.Serves as consultant to program coordinator, staff, faculty and administrators on how to optimally provide tutorial assistance to students with cognitive, psychological and physical disorders.Presents to students and others on the type and level of tutorial assistance provided to optimally meet student needs.Provides tutoring, either alone or with peer tutor, when necessary, to provide optimal tutorial assistance.Conducts Orientation to Tutors regarding the role of the Tutoring Services LD Specialist, the departmental processes for LD Specialist completion of the Recommendations for a Student with Disabilities, and an overview of online and departmental LD-related resources.Develops and presents Basic Skills Workshops developed to assist students with learning disabilities.Is familiar with C.O.D. and community services, making recommendations and referrals when appropriate.Is familiar with and utilizes appropriate adaptive equipment as well as other departmental and C.O.D. resources during tutoring; makes recommendations to staff and students on using these to augment tutoring.Abides by Learning Commons and Tutoring Services policies, procedures and Code of Ethics.Responds to emergencies occurring at the work site.Maintains records necessary to the position and to meet departmental needs.Conducts informational sessions, and orientations to program staff and administrators on learning disabilities tutorial strategies and techniques, including information on the Learning disabilities field at large.Orients C.O.D personnel on departmental processes.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
Education
Masters degree with LD certification or previous experience administering and interpreting LD diagnostic instruments required.
Experience
Two years experience working with individuals with special needs required.Excellent oral and written communication skills required.Proficiency in written and spoken English required.Previous experience administering and interpreting LD diagnostic instruments, such as Woodcock-Johnson (Tests of Cognitive Abilities and Tests of Achievement), the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test, and other LD diagnostic tests required.Computer skills required.Two years experience working with individuals with special needs in a college setting preferred.Extensive computer skills preferred.
Working Conditions:
FAX, computers, C.O.D. software, printers, copier, calculator, audio and video equipment, etc.Part-Time: Up to 24 hours per week (PT faculty appointment).May work evenings and weekends on the Glen Ellyn campus and at various C.O.D. sites throughout the district.Pay Grade:
noncredit nonclassroom Category 1College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.To apply, visit
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The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Administer evaluations and interpret diagnostic assessments and documentation for cognitive, psychological and physical disorders to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies.Determines appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs, and determine if students qualify for special services and programs.Assessments and documentation include, but are not limited to, student's Individual Educational Plan, Psychological Evaluation, physical and psychologist reports, etc.Reviews C.O.D. records to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs.Meets with students to determine appropriate tutoring and tutorial strategies to meet student needs.Consults with area high schools, resources and/or referral agencies to best determine student's tutorial needs.Serves as consultant to program coordinator, staff, faculty and administrators on how to optimally provide tutorial assistance to students with cognitive, psychological and physical disorders.Presents to students and others on the type and level of tutorial assistance provided to optimally meet student needs.Provides tutoring, either alone or with peer tutor, when necessary, to provide optimal tutorial assistance.Conducts Orientation to Tutors regarding the role of the Tutoring Services LD Specialist, the departmental processes for LD Specialist completion of the Recommendations for a Student with Disabilities, and an overview of online and departmental LD-related resources.Develops and presents Basic Skills Workshops developed to assist students with learning disabilities.Is familiar with C.O.D. and community services, making recommendations and referrals when appropriate.Is familiar with and utilizes appropriate adaptive equipment as well as other departmental and C.O.D. resources during tutoring; makes recommendations to staff and students on using these to augment tutoring.Abides by Learning Commons and Tutoring Services policies, procedures and Code of Ethics.Responds to emergencies occurring at the work site.Maintains records necessary to the position and to meet departmental needs.Conducts informational sessions, and orientations to program staff and administrators on learning disabilities tutorial strategies and techniques, including information on the Learning disabilities field at large.Orients C.O.D personnel on departmental processes.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:
Education
Masters degree with LD certification or previous experience administering and interpreting LD diagnostic instruments required.
Experience
Two years experience working with individuals with special needs required.Excellent oral and written communication skills required.Proficiency in written and spoken English required.Previous experience administering and interpreting LD diagnostic instruments, such as Woodcock-Johnson (Tests of Cognitive Abilities and Tests of Achievement), the Kaufman Brief Intelligence Test, and other LD diagnostic tests required.Computer skills required.Two years experience working with individuals with special needs in a college setting preferred.Extensive computer skills preferred.
Working Conditions:
FAX, computers, C.O.D. software, printers, copier, calculator, audio and video equipment, etc.Part-Time: Up to 24 hours per week (PT faculty appointment).May work evenings and weekends on the Glen Ellyn campus and at various C.O.D. sites throughout the district.Pay Grade:
noncredit nonclassroom Category 1College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.To apply, visit
this link
#J-18808-Ljbffr