Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The MAIHE Program at Cape Cod Community College is a fully inclusive postsecondary program for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.  Students in MAIHE share the same experiences as 4C's undergraduate students in the areas of academics, socialization, professional development, self-advocacy, and independent living. The Instructional Aide/Education Coach provides individualized 1:1 supports to students by fostering growth toward independence, helping develop daily living skills, promoting students' self-determination, and tracking progress using program evaluation tools. The Instructional Aide/Education Coach receives training and ongoing support from Program staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Support students by accompanying them to classes, internships, and other campus experiences in varied settings, as needed.
2. Provide ongoing academic support, including in areas of study skills, scheduling, organization, and planning during academic year.  
3. Complete program data collection forms related to student progress and record keeping (absences).
4. Model appropriate social skills, participation, adult behaviors, and problem-solving skills.
5. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs, concerns, and individual issues while maintaining confidentiality.
6. Provide verbal/written feedback of all requested observations for the purpose of assisting in evaluating students.
7. Support students in accessing various student supports including those provided by the O'Neill Center for Student Access and Support, the Tutoring Center, library, technology center, etc.
8. Collaborate with student and program staff at weekly check-in meetings.
9. Perform any other related duties as assigned and/or requested from time to time by MAICEI administration.

 
Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. One year of experience working with individuals with special needs.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations of students.
4. Sensitivity to student needs, concerns, and individual issues and ability to maintain confidentiality.
5. Flexibility, patience, and high professional integrity.
6. Strong written and computer skills.
7.  Valid driver's license.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

 
Additional Information:

COMPENSATION:   $32.64 per hour, for up to 18 hours per week during fall and spring semesters (32 weeks total). Part-time, non-benefited, grant funded MCCC Unit position.             

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt. 

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu  for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to grant funding and the FY2025 budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly-accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College does not provide any measure of assistance for applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies.  The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.  Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

 
Application Instructions:

**ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.**

Begin the online application process by going to the APPLY NOW link.  During the process you will be given an opportunity to upload required documents: a cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum requirements of the position and resume (failure to submit requested documents may result in disqualification). Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide three current professional letters of reference and transcripts.

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