LEARNING STRATEGIST/LEARNING COACH - George Mason University : Job Details

Learning Strategist/Learning Coach 10000961 Fairfax, VA Part-Time / Hourly Wage Opening on: Apr 3 2024 Add to favorites Favorited View favorites Department: University Life - Disability Services Classification: GMU Worker Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage Job Type: Part-Time Work Schedule: Approximately 10-29 hours per week Location: Fairfax, VA Workplace Type: On Site Required Salary: $22 per hour Criminal Background Check: Yes About the Department: The Mason Autism Support Initiative (MASI), and Executive Functioning Program (EFP) are fee-based programs offered through Disability Services, providing additional support and resources beyond disability-related accommodations. MASI provides individualized, comprehensive social and academic support to degree-seeking Mason students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). EFP provides academic support for students diagnosed with disabilities related to executive functioning skills. About the Position and Responsibilities: The Learning Strategist (MASI) and the Learning Coach (EFP) meet and correspond with students regularly and consistently on a weekly basis to provide support with many aspects of university life, depending on their individual needs. Possible areas of support include: Implementation of strategies and development of skills in self-advocacy, time management, organization, planning/prioritizing, studying, goal-setting, problem-solving, self-monitoring, and decision-making; Assistance with and modeling of effective communication with faculty, classmates, and peers; Collaboratively identifying and addressing social needs and navigating challenging situations; Assistance with accessing and utilizing campus resources; Assistance with coordination and collaboration with university faculty and staff, departments, and community organizations as needed; and Preparation for transition into the world of work. The Learning Strategist spends 2 hours a week per student and the Learning Coach spends up to 3 hours a week per student working together during individual meetings (hybrid). The positions will require approximately 10-29 hours each week depending upon applicants' availability. Additional responsibilities for both roles include: Administrative work (i.e., weekly logs, time sheets); Supervision; Staff meetings/professional development; Meetings with students and professors/campus resources (per student request); and Check-ins via email, text, and/or phone with students. Required Qualifications: Successful candidates will have an understanding of disabilities, particularly related to ASD and Executive Functioning, as well as: Current enrollment in a graduate program in Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Educational Psychology, or a related field or have relevant education and experience; Experience and proficiency working with individuals with disabilities, preferably with young adults; Ability to organize and coordinate with on- and off-campus resources; Qualities of being reliable, responsible, self-motivated, confident, sincere, flexible, patient, dedicated, observant, and considerate; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Creative, critical and broad-level thinking skills; Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate regularly with other team members in order to monitor students' progress and meet their individualized needs; Receptive to receive and provide constructive feedback; and Openness to new ideas. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with individuals with ASD and/or Executive Functioning related disabilities; Familiarity with the field of higher education (ideally some experience working at a college or university); Demonstrated understanding of common needs of individuals with ASD and/or Executive Functioning related disabilities, particularly young adults; Experience working with college students; and Knowledge of issues regarding transition from high school to postsecondary education for students with disabilities. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Learning Strategist/Learning Coach at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume. Posting Open Date: April 3, 2024 For Full Consideration, Apply by: July 1, 2024 Open Until Filled?: Yes