MnSCU Academic Professional 1 Academic Coordinator LIFE at LSC Program

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The Part-time Academic Coordinator for the LIFE at LSC program supports inclusive postsecondary education by providing direct academic and skill-based support to students with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. This position works collaboratively with the LIFE Program Director faculty peer tutors and student support services to ensure students have equitable access to academic content digital resources and experiential learning opportunities. The Academic Coordinator promotes student success through individualized tutoring skill development and guidance that reinforces the programs core principle that learning is accessible to everyone

Salary Range:$24.40-$35.30 hourly $50947-$73706 annually

*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience annual salary will be prorated to hours work in a year based on part-time employment

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Academic and Student Affairs / LSC Campus

2101 Trinity Rd Duluth MN 55811

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience that supports or provides administrative support for academic instructional or mentoring support to students preferably in a postsecondary transition or student support services setting. A Bachelors degree may substitute for one year of experience; an Associates degree may substitute for six months of experience
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of digital learning tools including learning management systems and common instructional technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with students faculty staff and peer tutors.
• Demonstrated ability to support student development including promoting independence self-advocacy and skill-building in academic vocational and life skills contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds commitment to equity diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Preferred Qualification:

• Associates degree in education special education social work psychology human services or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience OR a bachelors degree in education special education disability services rehabilitation services psychology or a related field.
• Experience working in a postsecondary inclusive education program or transition from high school program for students with disabilities.
• Experience supervising mentoring or coordinating student employees or peer tutors.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and accessibility tools that support diverse learners.
• Knowledge of vocational skill development independent living skills and workforce readiness programming. Training or certification related to disability support services Universal Design for Learning (UDL) or inclusive teaching practices.
• Knowledge of ADA FERPA and data privacy policies.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):

Part-time M-F 8:00 am-4:00pm up to 32 hours per week during academic year.

About:

Lake Superior College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator deeply committed to fostering the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. We unequivocally prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race sex color creed religion age national origin disability protected veteran status marital status status with regard to public assistance sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer we proactively seek to cultivate a diverse and talented workforce. We sincerely encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including women racial and ethnic historically underrepresented groups persons with disabilities and individuals with protected veteran status. Our commitment to affirmative action is integral to creating a workplace that values and leverages the unique perspectives and contributions of every employee. LSC actively seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty and staff who represent the richness of our institution and the broader community we serve by fostering their development and recognizing their contributions. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where all individuals feel valued respected and empowered.

Lake Superior College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women minorities and persons with disabilities.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles employer-paid life insurance short- and long-term disability and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health legal and financial counseling. Detailed plan details rates and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work our package includes 12 paid holidays generous vacation and sick time and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts and various investment options. Furthermore we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position employee classification and collective bargaining agreements.

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