Support student success through academic accommodation planning and cognitive learning strategies at the University of Ottawa. Standard hours may include evenings when operational needs require.

Reporting to the Manager, Academic Accommodations, this Intermediate Learning Specialist evaluates and implements measures under University policies, human rights legislation, and academic integrity regulations. The position serves postsecondary students living with disabilities through functional assessments, individualized plans, and learning interventions. It also requires collaboration with professors and faculties to implement appropriate accommodations. Robust communication, problem-solving, organization, and relationship-building skills are central to the work.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct functional assessments using student medical documentation




- Develop individualized accommodation plans and intervention strategies
- Guide students in communicating accommodation needs assertively
- Collaborate with professors to implement academic accommodations
- Maintain confidential progress notes in the database

Requirements:

- Master's degree in education or related field, or equivalent
- At least two years' learning and cognitive intervention experience
- Specialized postsecondary disability services experience
- French and English proficiency at required advanced levels
- Knowledge of adaptive technologies and university teaching principles

Apply your accommodation assessment, learning strategy, and bilingual communication expertise to help University of Ottawa students succeed academically.

📌 Academic Accommodation Learning Specialist (Ahuntsic)
🏢 University of Ottawa
📍 Ahuntsic