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San Diego Community College District

Adjunct Faculty

San Diego Community College District, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061


LEARNING DISABILITIES SPECIALIST (DSPS): Adjunct Non-Classroom Instructor POOL (college credit)

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a

complete

on-line application. The following document(s) should be assembled prior to completing the on-line SDCCD Academic / Vocational Application (these will need to be uploaded with your application):RÉSUMÉ: emphasizing experience, education, training and abilities directly related to the positionLICENSES/CERTIFICATES/CREDENTIALS: Please see respective field above for documents to uploadUNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS: Please submit a copy of all college-level transcripts.

Note: transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploadedApplications are now being accepted for the position of Learning Disabilities Specialist, Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) at the District Administrative Offices, CalWORKs restricted contract.While the current adjunct position is at the District Office, applicants should understand that they are subject to assignment at any District facility at the option of the Chancellor.Major Responsibilities : Under the direction of the Director, DSPS, the adjunct will be responsible for the provision of assessment for CalWORKs clients with possible learning disabilities. The assignment includes: providing assessment for learning disabilities using the California Community College Eligibility Model; evaluating clients’ academic strengths and weaknesses; discussing test interpretation and recommended accommodations with clients; consulting with CalWORKs personnel regarding implementation of accommodations and strategies for potential work; maintaining related records for completed assessment and services provided to clients; representing DSPS at meetings and District functions as needed; and, other duties as assigned.Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions. Applicants for this position must show evidence of meeting the following minimum qualifications: The minimum qualifications for providing credit specialized instruction for students with learning disabilities [Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in learning disabilities, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology, or rehabilitation counseling; AND, fifteen (15) semester units of upper division or graduate study in Learning Disabilities]; OR, Possession of a California Community College Disabled Student Programs & Services Credential with a specialization in Learning Disabilities that is valid for life; OR, The equivalent; AND, Successful completion of the California Community College Chancellor’s Office “Learning Disabilities Eligibility Model Training”.Desired Qualifications : The successful candidate shall demonstrate: Completion of the California Community College Chancellor’s Office “Learning Disabilities Eligibility Model Training” OR verified professional training on one or more of the following assessment instruments: Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS III or WAIS IV), Woodcock Johnson III or Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT II). Recent experience, in an educational setting, administering and interpreting the WAIS IV, Woodcock Johnson III, WIAT II, and other applicable assessment instruments. Knowledge and application of appropriate work and instructional strategies and methodologies for students with learning disabilities. Ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing support to clients with learning disabilities. Knowledge and application of technology for the purpose of assessment, recordkeeping and instruction. Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Experience working with students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Effective organizational skills and the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.Licenses/Certificates/Credentials : [If possess] California Community College Disabled Student Programs & Services Credential with a specialization in Learning Disabilities that is valid for life. [If possess] Certificate of completion: California Community College Chancellor’s Office “Learning Disabilities Eligibility Model Training”Commitment to Diversity : All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.Special Instructions to Applicants : To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a

complete

on-line application. The following document(s) should be assembled prior to completing the on-line SDCCD Academic / Vocational Application (these will need to be uploaded with your application): RÉSUMÉ: emphasizing experience, education, training and abilities directly related to the position. LICENSES / CERTIFICATES / CREDENTIALS: Please see respective field above for documents to upload. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS: Please submit a copy of all college-level transcripts.

Note: transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploadedWorking Conditions : Variable, depending on assignment.Conditions of Employment : Newly hired faculty members are required to submit official transcripts and pay a fingerprint processing fee. All new SDCCD employees must provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment, and must renew the certificate every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment. Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

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