The Part-Time Learning Specialist position is responsible for providing skills-based tutoring to students enrolled in the College Assistance Program taking baccalaureate level courses at Iona College. The College Assistance Program is open from 8:00am-4:00pm and this position will support students four days/24 hours per week.  The Learning Specialist will report to the Director of the College Assistance Program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help students to develop compensatory learning and study skills
• Teach organizational strategies, study strategies, reading and writing skills
• Conduct individual outreach to students as needed
• Conduct workshops and/or study groups that related to academic success
• Maintain an electronic summary of all work done with students
• Assist with proctoring and testing accommodations
• Participate in the CAP Summer Transition Program for incoming CAP Freshmen
• Participate in weekly staff meeting in person or on the phone
• Participate in ongoing professional development training & Each One Teach One
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director

Required Skills

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Learning Disabilities or similar field
• At least two year’s experience working within the context of special education or with a Learning Disabilities population
• Experience using Assistive Technology such as Kurzweil, Dragon Naturally Speaking and AccessText
• Experience working in a post-secondary setting
• Professional tutoring or teaching experience is a plus

ABOUT US

Iona College, a highly accredited liberal arts institution of academic excellence, seeks to grow our diverse community of learners, scholars and staff located at our scenic 45-acre campus in New Rochelle, just 20 minutes north of midtown Manhattan, and at our satellite program at Rockefeller Center. At Iona we are committed to educating lifelong learners in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and American Catholic higher education. We prepare our 3,300 undergraduates and 600 graduate students with career-ready skills and success in all facets of their lives by nurturing the values of justice, peace and service. Our continued success depends on attracting and retaining a highly motivated, results-oriented and talented team. Learn more about what makes us unique: review our Mission, Vision & Values, our stories in the media and our compelling benefits. Join the Iona College team and partner with us as we Move the World!

Iona College is committed to attracting and supporting a staff and faculty of women and men that fully represents the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of the nation and our institution; as a result, we actively seek applications from individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs.

Required Experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Learning Disabilities or similar field
• At least two year’s experience working within the context of special education or with a Learning Disabilities population
• Experience using Assistive Technology such as Kurzweil, Dragon Naturally Speaking and AccessText
• Experience working in a post-secondary setting
• Professional tutoring or teaching experience is a plus

ABOUT US

Iona College, a highly accredited liberal arts institution of academic excellence, seeks to grow our diverse community of learners, scholars and staff located at our scenic 45-acre campus in New Rochelle, just 20 minutes north of midtown Manhattan, and at our satellite program at Rockefeller Center. At Iona we are committed to educating lifelong learners in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and American Catholic higher education. We prepare our 3,300 undergraduates and 600 graduate students with career-ready skills and success in all facets of their lives by nurturing the values of justice, peace and service. Our continued success depends on attracting and retaining a highly motivated, results-oriented and talented team. Learn more about what makes us unique: review our Mission, Vision & Values, our stories in the media and our compelling benefits. Join the Iona College team and partner with us as we Move the World!

Iona College is committed to attracting and supporting a staff and faculty of women and men that fully represents the racial, ethnic and cultural diversity of the nation and our institution; as a result, we actively seek applications from individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs.