Accessability Technician

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
**AccessAbility Technician**

**ABOUT MARIANOPOLIS COLLEGE**

Founded in 1908, Marianopolis is a private English-language college in Montreal specializing in pre-university education for about 2,000 students. A gateway to the world’s top universities, the College’s record of academic excellence, on-time graduation levels and university
- acceptance rates into competitive programs is unmatched in Quebec.

As members of a close-knit community, Marianopolis employees have the opportunity to excel professionally and enjoy generous benefits as well as a stimulating environment associated with working at one of the province’s premier post-secondary institutions.

**POSITION**

**Title**:AccessAbility Technician
**Reporting to**:Associate Dean, Student Success
**Classification**:Special Education Technician
**Category**:Support Staff
**Status**:Replacement contract, full-time
**Working Hours**:Weekdays, 35 hours
**Annual Salary**:$45,099.60 to $64,919.40
**Contract Dates**:August 14, 2023 to August 4, 2024

**NATURE AND SCOPE**

Under the responsibility of the Associate Dean, Student Success and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the AccessAbility Technician, helps develop, implement and coordinate support measures and services for students requiring special support within the College.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assists the Adapted Services Counsellor in communicating with families and students regarding accommodations
- Reviews documentation submitted by students regarding functional, learning or other disabilities which may warrant accommodations, and participates in the preparation of individualized intervention plans (IIP)
- Supports faculty with the administration of appropriate accommodations and support measures to facilitate students’ integration and learning
- Meets with students on a regular basis to evaluate their individualized plans and adjusts accommodations, support measures and goals if necessary
- Assists students with disclosure strategies, self-advocacy and communication skills to facilitate the transition to post-secondary studies
- Identifies tools to support student learning (assistive technology, alternate formats, etc.) and provides the necessary training to students
- Researches and obtains class material for students with particular needs (electronic textbooks from publishers, braille translation requests, etc.)
- Oversees exam accommodations, including scheduling students and invigilators

**PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES**
- People-oriented with a positive demeanor and ability to interact professionally with diverse individuals and groups
- Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Good judgment and able to cope with difficult situations

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Special Care Counselling or equivalent
- Relevant experience working with students with special needs in a higher education environment
- Experience with adaptive technology
- Knowledge of Omnivox and Clara is an asset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (testing may be required)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and French (testing may be required)

**APPLICATION**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $45,099.00-$64,919.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-19
Expected start date: 2023-08-14