Rend Lake College
Online Learning and Accessibility Coordinator
Rend Lake College, Ina, Illinois, United States, 62846
Online Learning and Accessibility Coordinator
Rend Lake College seeks a full‑time Online Learning & Accessibility Coordinator. This position will:
Stay informed on evolving legislation, best practices, and emerging technologies in accessibility and inclusive design;
Provide expertise as the primary campus resource on digital accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA, Section 508);
Collaborate with student disability services, faculty, and campus colleagues to develop accessible course materials and proactive solutions that enhance accessibility and reduce the need for individual accommodation;
Design, develop, and deliver training, workshops, resources, and process documentation on accessibility best practices and the creation of accessible course content using supported tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Learning Management System (LMS)) for faculty, staff, students, and course developers;
Evaluate digital learning materials for accessibility and provide reports to campus administration and faculty;
Assist with faculty remediation of documents and media, including accessible PDFs, Word documents, presentations, and captioned or transcribed videos;
Contribute to the institutional accessibility strategy through collaboration with departments and committees;
Research, evaluate, and implement new and emerging assistive technologies and tools that support best practices in digital accessibility;
Provide guidance and training in online course development, web‑based instructional modules, and effective teaching methods;
Monitor current technology trends and share technical resources with faculty, staff, and students;
Coordinate the online/hybrid course review process to ensure instructional quality;
Chair or co‑chair the Online Committee;
Champion the institution’s involvement in committees and initiatives such as NC‑SARA, Online Course Exchange (OCE), and Illinois Community College Online (ILCCO);
Provide training and support related to online learning and instructional tools, including assistance with LMS and syllabus software.
This is a 50‑week, non‑tenure track position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with two to five years of relevant job‑related experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred.
Proficiency with Canvas, Microsoft Office, and academic learning management systems.
Knowledge of digital accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA, Section 508) and assistive technologies.
All candidates will be required to successfully pass a background screening process.
Salary & Benefits
$43,000‑$45,000 annually or commensurate with experience.
Full benefits.
Free tuition for employee, spouse and dependents.
How to Apply Please visit www.rlc.edu/jobs. Application deadline is: January 2, 2026, or until filled.
Application should include:
Cover Letter
Application
Resume
Transcripts
For more information contact:
Kim Rogers Human Resources Director c/o Rend Lake College 468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy / Ina, IL 62846 (618) 437-5321, Ext. 1228
or e‑mail: tohr@rlc.edu
Rend Lake College is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Rend Lake College does not discriminate in any of its policies on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by law. Questions about Title IX or Disability Access may be directed to titleix@rlc.edu or das@rlc.edu, respectively.
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Stay informed on evolving legislation, best practices, and emerging technologies in accessibility and inclusive design;
Provide expertise as the primary campus resource on digital accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA, Section 508);
Collaborate with student disability services, faculty, and campus colleagues to develop accessible course materials and proactive solutions that enhance accessibility and reduce the need for individual accommodation;
Design, develop, and deliver training, workshops, resources, and process documentation on accessibility best practices and the creation of accessible course content using supported tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Learning Management System (LMS)) for faculty, staff, students, and course developers;
Evaluate digital learning materials for accessibility and provide reports to campus administration and faculty;
Assist with faculty remediation of documents and media, including accessible PDFs, Word documents, presentations, and captioned or transcribed videos;
Contribute to the institutional accessibility strategy through collaboration with departments and committees;
Research, evaluate, and implement new and emerging assistive technologies and tools that support best practices in digital accessibility;
Provide guidance and training in online course development, web‑based instructional modules, and effective teaching methods;
Monitor current technology trends and share technical resources with faculty, staff, and students;
Coordinate the online/hybrid course review process to ensure instructional quality;
Chair or co‑chair the Online Committee;
Champion the institution’s involvement in committees and initiatives such as NC‑SARA, Online Course Exchange (OCE), and Illinois Community College Online (ILCCO);
Provide training and support related to online learning and instructional tools, including assistance with LMS and syllabus software.
This is a 50‑week, non‑tenure track position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with two to five years of relevant job‑related experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience preferred.
Proficiency with Canvas, Microsoft Office, and academic learning management systems.
Knowledge of digital accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA, Section 508) and assistive technologies.
All candidates will be required to successfully pass a background screening process.
Salary & Benefits
$43,000‑$45,000 annually or commensurate with experience.
Full benefits.
Free tuition for employee, spouse and dependents.
How to Apply Please visit www.rlc.edu/jobs. Application deadline is: January 2, 2026, or until filled.
Application should include:
Cover Letter
Application
Resume
Transcripts
For more information contact:
Kim Rogers Human Resources Director c/o Rend Lake College 468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy / Ina, IL 62846 (618) 437-5321, Ext. 1228
or e‑mail: tohr@rlc.edu
Rend Lake College is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Rend Lake College does not discriminate in any of its policies on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by law. Questions about Title IX or Disability Access may be directed to titleix@rlc.edu or das@rlc.edu, respectively.
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