Learning Specialist

Responsibilities

• Provide three to four hours of individualized, in-person academic support per week to students within the Valiant Launch Program.
• Coach students in developing executive functioning skills, including organization, time management, planning, and prioritization.
• Help students identify learning barriers and develop a "toolbox" of customized strategies to enhance college-level academic skills.
• Use current course assignments to create "chunked" tasks that support student ability to manage coursework.
• Foster student self-advocacy and self-awareness to encourage independence and ownership of their learning.
• Collaborate with the Launch Program Coordinator and Center for Student Accessibility Director to ensure appropriate service delivery.
• Maintain detailed, confidential records of student progress and session notes.
• Facilitate weekly drop-in learning support hours for program participants.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
• At least two years of experience supporting students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to teach executive functioning and study strategies.
• Knowledge of various disabilities and their specific impacts on the university learning environment.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and assistive technology.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while coaching students in self-reflection.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $37.50.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Tuition remission opportunities.
• 401k options.

About the Company

Manhattanville University is dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible education. The Center for Student Accessibility, through the Valiant Launch Program, empowers students with disabilities to successfully navigate the college curriculum, develop independence, and achieve their academic and personal goals.