New River Community College
Specialized Learning Support Coordinator
New River Community College, Milton, Massachusetts, us, 02186
Specialized Learning Support Coordinator
The Specialized Learning Support Coordinator supports Curry College's commitment to inclusive excellence by providing individualized academic coaching, small group teaching, and executive function support for students with diverse learning needs, including neurodivergent students and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reporting to the Program Director, this role collaborates with faculty, staff, and families to foster equitable learning experiences that promote independence, self-advocacy, and student success.
Essential Functions: 1. Academic Coaching and Instruction
Deliver individualized and small-group academic coaching sessions focused on helping students strengthen executive functioning skills and build an understanding of the learning strategies that work best for them;
Provide classroom-based teaching instruction to small groups of students with diverse learning profiles and scaffold them in their learning accordingly;
Assist students in developing organizational systems, time management strategies, and self-advocacy skills to support success in college;
Use a strengths-based and inclusive approach to empower students in achieving their personal and educational goals.
2. Collaborative Support and Communication
Partner with faculty, program staff, and the broader campus staff to ensure equitable access to academic coursework through the effective implementation of accommodations and inclusive learning practices;
Contribute to team meetings and case discussions to promote shared understanding and coordinated student support;
Maintain ongoing communication with students, families (as appropriate), and colleagues to foster collaborative relationships that enhance student success;
Provide consultation and feedback to faculty and staff on inclusive instructional approaches and support strategies for neurodivergent students.
3. Student Monitoring and Program Development
Track and document student progress, identifying trends and adjusting support strategies to meet individual learning needs;
Utilize data and feedback to inform continuous improvement of academic coaching and support services;
Assist in designing and delivering workshops, materials, and learning tools that promote academic success and self-regulation;
Contribute to departmental initiatives that advance accessibility, equity, and inclusion within the Neurodiversity Center for Excellence and the broader Curry College community.
Additional Functions:
Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy;
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee.
Job Requirements: Essential Characteristics: Successful performance in this position requires consistent demonstration of the following core characteristics and inclusive professional behaviors:
Commitment to Student Success:
Demonstrates genuine care for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. Maintains a student-centered approach that promotes independence, self-advocacy, and confidence.
Collaborative and Inclusive Mindset:
Builds positive and respectful relationships with students, faculty, staff, and families. Actively contributes to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging through open communication and teamwork.
Adaptability and Initiative : Exhibits flexibility in responding to students' evolving needs and educational environments. Shows initiative in identifying opportunities for improved academic support and implementing creative, inclusive solutions.
Attention to Detail and Accountability:
Maintains accurate documentation of student progress, support strategies, and outcomes. Upholds confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all interactions.
Reflective and Growth-Oriented Practice : Engages in continuous self-assessment and professional learning to strengthen knowledge of inclusive education, executive functioning, and evidence-based learning supports.
Problem Solving and Proactive Decision-Making : Anticipates potential challenges, identifies barriers to learning, and takes timely, informed action to promote equitable academic access and success for all students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or related field preferred
Experience in academic coaching or special education
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Familiarity with inclusive learning practices and support strategies
Experience working with learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Education, higher education, human development, psychology, or related field;
Experience collaborating with and supporting people with disabilities and centering their voices, priorities, and goals.
Salary Range: $65,000 to $70,000 annually
Additional Information: Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.
Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.
The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf
The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf
Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:
Ann Coyne, Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance : Office 122, King Academic Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, ann.coyne@curry.edu.
Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"):
Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov.
To apply, visit http://curry.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=194275 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Essential Functions: 1. Academic Coaching and Instruction
Deliver individualized and small-group academic coaching sessions focused on helping students strengthen executive functioning skills and build an understanding of the learning strategies that work best for them;
Provide classroom-based teaching instruction to small groups of students with diverse learning profiles and scaffold them in their learning accordingly;
Assist students in developing organizational systems, time management strategies, and self-advocacy skills to support success in college;
Use a strengths-based and inclusive approach to empower students in achieving their personal and educational goals.
2. Collaborative Support and Communication
Partner with faculty, program staff, and the broader campus staff to ensure equitable access to academic coursework through the effective implementation of accommodations and inclusive learning practices;
Contribute to team meetings and case discussions to promote shared understanding and coordinated student support;
Maintain ongoing communication with students, families (as appropriate), and colleagues to foster collaborative relationships that enhance student success;
Provide consultation and feedback to faculty and staff on inclusive instructional approaches and support strategies for neurodivergent students.
3. Student Monitoring and Program Development
Track and document student progress, identifying trends and adjusting support strategies to meet individual learning needs;
Utilize data and feedback to inform continuous improvement of academic coaching and support services;
Assist in designing and delivering workshops, materials, and learning tools that promote academic success and self-regulation;
Contribute to departmental initiatives that advance accessibility, equity, and inclusion within the Neurodiversity Center for Excellence and the broader Curry College community.
Additional Functions:
Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy;
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee.
Job Requirements: Essential Characteristics: Successful performance in this position requires consistent demonstration of the following core characteristics and inclusive professional behaviors:
Commitment to Student Success:
Demonstrates genuine care for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. Maintains a student-centered approach that promotes independence, self-advocacy, and confidence.
Collaborative and Inclusive Mindset:
Builds positive and respectful relationships with students, faculty, staff, and families. Actively contributes to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging through open communication and teamwork.
Adaptability and Initiative : Exhibits flexibility in responding to students' evolving needs and educational environments. Shows initiative in identifying opportunities for improved academic support and implementing creative, inclusive solutions.
Attention to Detail and Accountability:
Maintains accurate documentation of student progress, support strategies, and outcomes. Upholds confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all interactions.
Reflective and Growth-Oriented Practice : Engages in continuous self-assessment and professional learning to strengthen knowledge of inclusive education, executive functioning, and evidence-based learning supports.
Problem Solving and Proactive Decision-Making : Anticipates potential challenges, identifies barriers to learning, and takes timely, informed action to promote equitable academic access and success for all students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or related field preferred
Experience in academic coaching or special education
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Familiarity with inclusive learning practices and support strategies
Experience working with learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or autism.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Education, higher education, human development, psychology, or related field;
Experience collaborating with and supporting people with disabilities and centering their voices, priorities, and goals.
Salary Range: $65,000 to $70,000 annually
Additional Information: Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.
Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.
The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf
The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf
Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:
Ann Coyne, Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance : Office 122, King Academic Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, ann.coyne@curry.edu.
Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"):
Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov.
To apply, visit http://curry.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=194275 #J-18808-Ljbffr