Part-time Accessible Learning Advisor (Pembroke)

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Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager, Community and Student Affairs, the Accessible Learning Advisor is responsible for informing and guiding students on accessibility services and academic accommodations and coordinating services to remove educational barriers for students with disabilities. 

The Accessible Learning Advisor works with students at any point during their academic career, from pre-enrolment to graduation, to understand students' academic accommodation needs and coordinate access to physical and other resources, technologies, counselling and formal assessments. 

The Accessible Learning Advisor also serves as an institutional resource, providing guidance on accessibility policies, legislative compliance and the social model of accessibility, including Universal Design to ensure an inclusive learning environment. 

The Accessible Learning Advisor is responsible for conducting learning needs assessments and developing customized, compensatory learning strategies to enhance academic performance despite disability-related barriers. These strategic approaches will be based on proven psychological theories of learning and processing deficits. They will also enhance social/cognitive development in the college environment.

The Accessible Learning Advisor has a coordinating role in planning/participating in CAL events and workshops; creating and maintaining accessibility resources for faculty and staff; and supporting orientation and outreach events. The incumbent represents the College in collaboration with community partners and external accessibility committees, advocating for best practices in educational accessibility and inclusion. 

Required Qualifications:

• 4-Year Degree in education, psychology, social work, disability studies or equivalent;

• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in the following;

• Post-secondary training and experience working within a medical model, interpreting medical documentation and applying functional limitation information to inform academic accommodation planning within a non-clinical accessibility advising role;

• Experience working with adults with disabilities in a clinical and/or postsecondary educational setting;

• Knowledge of social and medical models of disability support; 

• Demonstrated knowledge of psychosocial and academic aspects of disability;

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to facilitate teamwork and maintain working relationships with a wide range of students, colleagues, stakeholders, and community members;

• Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills;

• Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, regulations, and case law related to accessibility and human rights (AODA, OHRC, HRTO, etc.);

• Knowledge of effective learning and compensatory strategies for students with disabilities;

• Familiarity with secure databases such as Clockwork; experience with Microsoft Word;

• Strong skills for working in a team environment.

Anticipated Weekly Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday, 8hrs per day.

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

How We Use AI in Hiring:  

Algonquin College uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening and assessing applicants and their applications, while ensuring that all processes respect and uphold the provisions of applicable collective agreements above all else.

Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.