Assistant Director for Academic Support Position Available In Madison, Tennessee

Position Details
Position Information Position Title Assistant Director for Academic Support
Position Number S075PD
Branch College of Education
Division College of Education (DIV)
Department EDGE
Location Jackson
FLSA Exempt
Job Summary This position is responsible for assisting in the development, administration, and oversight of many of the programs and services related to the Union EDGE Program. The Union EDGE provides a holistic, post-secondary education for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, encouraging increased independent skills that lead to a better quality of life and aligning with Union’s mission of providing “Christ-centered education that promotes excellence and character development in service to Church and society.”

Union University’s EDGE Program:

E=Employment Training, D=Daily Living Skills, G=Godly Focus, E=Educational Enrichment About Union University Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Germantown, Hendersonville, and Memphis, Tenn., and enrolls about 2,700 students. Union University stands as a national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education. Union is consistently ranked among the nation’s premier Christian universities and has been recognized as a top-tier institution each year since 1997 by U.S. News & World Report, which also recognized Union at a national level for undergraduate teaching excellence. Essential Job Duties Teach two courses each academic year for EDGE students. Courses likely include, but are not limited to, Life Skills, Social Skills, Academic Skills, and Employment Skills. This includes preparation of class lessons and related materials, responding to student inquiries related to the course, and grading assignments.
Facilitate and guide the registration process for students in the EDGE Program through the advising process by assisting students to select classes, plan their schedule, and encourage positive program outcomes. Assist EDGE team with activities on campus and off campus related to the EDGE program. Assist with students in the EDGE Program, as related to problem solving, providing support, and scheduling as needed. Be responsible for communication with faculty regarding students in their classes, recommneded accommodations, and ongoing progress monitoring. Cultivate collaborative relationships with other departments on campus, including student services, Student Life, and other support services. Serve one week per month in the EDGE Staff On-Call rotation, to provide after-hours support to students, if needed.
Other duties and projects to be determined by the Program Director. Other Job Duties Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in special education, social work, or related field. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with people with disabilities. Additionally, preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills; and demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and to conduct oneself in a highly professional and ethical manner. Christian Requirement Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church, enthusiastically support Union University’s Identity, Mission, and Core Values, and articulate a Christian worldview in their work and life. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S224P