Director, SOAR Program (Req.2378)

Caldwell University invites applications for a Director of the SOAR Program. The Director administers all aspects of this learning differences program including but not limited to serving as an academic facilitator, staffing, scheduling, recruiting, training, providing summer activities, and program development. Exposure to computer screens, occasional travel, occasional evening and weekend hours. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Serve as an advocate for the students in the program. Meet one on one as scheduled with each assigned student. Review coaching plans developed for each student. Perform administrative responsibilities to support this learning differences program to include; maintaining the program budget, writing and preparing reports as needed, maintaining SOAR physical space, hardware and necessary software in the SOAR room. Develop materials and publications for the program. Answer inquiries from prospective students, parents, educators. Review and screen all applicants; accepts students into the program. Coordinate registration activities for the students in the program. Recruiting, training, and supervising academic facilitators and peer mentors.

Regularly meet with the facilitator team. Review weekly progress documentation submitted by facilitators. Develop, review, and revise written policies and guidelines for determining the enhanced levels of accommodation for SOAR participants. Design and deliver workshops for students, parents, and other stakeholders. Design and conduct parent orientation, activities and/or workshops. Maintain student records that document the student's individualized academic plan, approved accommodations, progress reports, and communication with students and parents. Work with a small group of students as an academic facilitator. Collaborate with the Director of Accessibility Services, the Director of Career Planning & Development and the Asst VP of Academic Support. Coordinate activities for the program with the Office of Career Development and other departments as appropriate. Communicate with parents regularly. Arrange social activities for students in the program Prepare and run a summer program for SOAR students. Master's Degree in Special Education or a related degree. At least five years related work experience, preferably in higher education. Knowledge of disability accommodation practices and laws in higher education, with sensitivity to the needs of the students with disabilities with a service orientation, while maintaining strict confidentiality. Knowledge of standard educational assessments, psychological assessments and diagnostic methods. Experience with Microsoft Office apps and Google Suite and assistive technology. Work requirement requires a capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high service delivery environment.

To apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7137837f-5f45-46c7-bb9e-ceb9eafaea50&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=564661&source=CC2⟨=en_US Caldwell University is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students who will further the traditions, goals and core values of the University in support of our Catholic Dominican mission, vision, and strategic plan. Caldwell seeks employees who are committed to contributing to an energetic welcoming atmosphere. Caldwell University is a private, Catholic coed four-year university with a strong liberal arts core curriculum that enhances critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Caldwell offers 36 undergraduate and 31 graduate programs, including doctoral, master's, certificate, and certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options that prepare students for today's global marketplace. The university has 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and numerous clubs, fraternities, sororities, and activities on a beautiful 70-acre campus located in the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey. Caldwell was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Its core values of respect, integrity, community, and excellence influence academic and campus life. For more information about Caldwell University, visit caldwell.edu . Caldwell University offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees that includes:

Health Coverage:

Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision plan

Life Insurance:

Employer-paid life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Retirement Savings:

403(b) defined contribution retirement annuity plan and a supplemental retirement annuity plan

Generous Paid Time Off:

Personal days, vacation days, and sick leave. Paid holidays and summer Fridays off.

Tuition Remission:

An attractive tuition remission policy for employees and their dependents Tuition Exchange Scholarship Opportunities through CIC and the Tuition Exchange for up to full tuition at hundreds of participating colleges and universities.

Additional Perks:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending plan and more For details, go to https://www.caldwell.edu/hr/employee-benefits/