Details
Posted: 13-Jul-22
Location: Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Salary: Open
Department Summary:
From Bridgewater State University's inception in 1840 by Horace Mann as one of the first normal schools in America to the current day, BSU has worked to ensure that our students receive an accessible, affordable, and exceptional education. BSU aspires to be the leader in our mission class for closing equity gaps for Black/Cape Verdean, Latinx, Native American, Asian, and other students of color. BSU's institutional values, the work of the President's Special Task Force on Racial Justice, and leadership of the Leading for Change Higher Education Diversity Consortium underscore the campus' commitment to racial equity and other forms of social justice.
The EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University (BSU) is a fully-inclusive postsecondary program for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Students in the EXCEL program share the same experiences as BSU undergraduate students in the areas of academics, socialization, professional development, self-advocacy and independent living. The EXCEL Program offers three options for participation. With supports in place, BSU EXCEL students enroll in courses, take part in internships, socialize with peers and participate in campus clubs and activities.
Position Summary:
An Education Coach provides individualized supports to students with disabilities in the BSU EXCEL program. Working 1:1 with EXCEL program students, Education Coaches foster growth toward independence, help develop daily living skills, promote students' self-determination, and track progress using program evaluation tools. EXCEL Education Coaches receive training and ongoing support from program staff.
WORK SCHEDULE:
19.75 Hours/Week
This temporary appointment is of a limited duration to meet a special need in the School of College of Education and Health Sciences.
This is a non-benefitted, temporary position with no guarantee of continued employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
This position must comply with the University Covid-19 Attestation requirement. All employees must be fully vaccinated and complete the Covid-19 Attestation upon hire.
Medical or Religious Exemptions
An employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on the existence of medical contraindication to vaccination. In addition, an employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on a sincere religious belief. In both cases, an employee will be required to submit documentation to support the request for an exemption. Employees who secure an exemption may be required to take additional precautions in the workplace and will be required to participate in weekly COVID-19 testing through the university's Wellness Center.
Essential Duties:
-Attend and support EXCEL student in classes
-Attend and support EXCEL student in internships
-Collaborate with student and program staff at weekly check-in meetings
-Assist student in utilizing campus resources
-Provide ongoing academic support, I.e. study skills, scheduling, organization and planning during academic year
-Complete program data collection forms
-Participate in program activities and events
-Attend bi-weekly meetings with supervisor
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma with a minimum of 2 years college experience
Related field experience working with students with disabilities
Sensitivity to student needs, concerns, and individual issues, as well as flexibility, patience and high professional integrity
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations of students
Energetic, self-starter who can complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications:
College Degree in related field
Related field experience working as a paraprofessional or educational personnel
Fluency with Microsoft Office 365, various social media, and teleconferencing platforms.
Passing score on one of the two following Formalized Standardized Assessments: ParaPro Assessment (http://www.ets.org/parapro/ ) or WorkKeys Certificate of Proficiency for Teacher Assistants (http://www.act.org/workkeys/profcert/index.html )
Physical Demands:
Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?BridgewaterStateUniv&layout_id=18
Special Conditions:
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
This position must comply with the University Covid-19 Attestation requirement. All employees must be fully vaccinated and complete the Covid-19 Attestation upon hire.
Medical or Religious Exemptions
An employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on the existence of medical contraindication to vaccination. In addition, an employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on a sincere religious belief. In both cases, an employee will be required to submit documentation to support the request for an exemption. Employees who secure an exemption may be required to take additional precautions in the workplace and will be required to participate in weekly COVID-19 testing through the university's Wellness Center.
EEO Statement:
Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
Special Instructions:
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:
a minimum of one (1) employment history entry.
a minimum of (3) professional reference entries
