Academic Strategist Jobs

About The Role

Reporting to Academic Strategist Coordinator, the Academic Strategist will play an integral role in supporting the Department of Access and Inclusion Services in creating an accessible, equitable and inclusive learning environment at Mount Royal University.

Please note that this is a Continuing Term, Permanent role with a yearly inactive period from June 19 to August 11, working 35 hours per week during the active period (August 14 to June 14).

Responsibilities

• Schedule regular and ongoing meetings with students who experience disability-related challenges.

• Assist with final exams as needed
• Liaise with Access Advisors and Assistive Technologists in Accessibility Services to coordinate services for students.
• Complete case notes and annual summaries of student progress.
• Determine appropriate strategies to present to the student based on both their learning strengths and their barriers
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, planning, and team building activities
• Ensure knowledge of post-secondary student development literature, disability studies literature, assistive technology, medical terminology, and possible impacts of diagnosed disabilities on learning strategies for student learning and success, and techniques of delivering instruction to adult learners.
• Review student’s medical documentation, noting specific learning needs and barriers related to their diagnosed disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or Equivalent in Disability Studies, Education, Psychology, Social Work or related field

• Knowledge and experience of post-secondary environments and/or adult learners in individual and group settings
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments with competing demands.
• Knowledge of adaptive technology
• Knowledge of the principles of Universal Design as they apply in a post-secondary educational institution
• Ability to exercise discretion in the use of confidential information
• Ability to obtain factual and interpret information through interviews with students
• Ability to interpret psychoeducational assessments to effectively implement learning strategies for students with multiple disabilities and specific learning needs
• Knowledge of learning barriers resulting from disability-related challenges and familiarity with available resources in Calgary
• Strong interpersonal skills
• 2 - 3 years’ experience in a relevant position
• Problem solving skills, initiative, and creativity
• Maintain appropriate records by documenting communication with and regarding students
• Experience with adult learners
• Ability to establish and maintain productive and collegial relationships, collaboration, and communication with a variety of individuals (e.g., staff, faculty, students, parents, managers, etc.)
• Sensitivity to and knowledge of disabilities in general with understanding of broad categories including learning disabilities, sensory disabilities, psychiatric diagnoses and/or medical conditions

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

MRU supports full immunization as the best way to protect yourself and our campus community and strongly recommends vaccination against COVID-19.

Union: MRSA

Classification: SAC07 Academic Services VII