Disability Accommodation Learning Specialist

6 days ago

Vancouver BC, Greater Vancouver Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada Kwantlen Polytechnic University Full-time

Apply disability accommodation expertise at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, supporting participation through individualized plans and learning strategies. This hybrid faculty contract serves KPU students across campuses.

The Learning Specialist works within Accessibility Services and partners with students, faculty, and staff. The position supports disabilities including learning, sensory, physical, acquired injury, mental health, and neurodivergent experiences. Coverage includes KPU Tech and KPU Langley.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support equal access and full student participation
  • Develop individualized plans for varied disabilities
  • Interpret assessments and medical documentation for planning
  • Advise teaching faculty on learning strategies
  • Coordinate institutional services and accessibility supports

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in disability, education, or related studies
  • Three to five years’ accommodation planning experience
  • Post-secondary academic environment familiarity
  • Knowledge of laboratory, practicum, and clinical risks
  • Professional judgment in complex service decisions

Use assessment interpretation, accessibility knowledge, and collaborative judgment to advance student participation through KPU Accessibility Services.

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