Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Adaptive Technology Specialist in Health, Wellness and Accessibility Services department, located at the Welland campus. The starting hourly rate is $36.19/hr (Payband I - $36.19/hr to $41.94/hr) for a 35 hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Health, Wellness and Accessibility Services, the successful candidate will support students with disabilities with instruction and guidance regarding the application of useful and suitable technical aids that support student learning. The ATS determines how best to provide students with the technology (hardware and software) that will help promote success in their program of study. The ATS works with students to determine their specific needs and develops a plan for implementation and training.

The ATS provides supports to the Test Centre operation of Niagara College by installing, troubleshooting and maintaining specialized equipment and software for students with disabilities. The ATS also provides technical support in the Test Centre Computer lab and test proctoring services (as required) for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide technology solutions and education to students with disabilities
• Work with students to determine specific technological needs and develop an adaptive technology success plan
• Research new and existing technologies and make recommendations for purchase or implementation
• Design and develop training materials to support students use of assistive technologies
• Train students to use particular hardware and software specific to individual student needs
• Install, configure, test and trouble shoot complex adaptive software on students personal computers
• Perform quality assurance testing on software newly introduced to labs and make necessary modifications as required

Qualifications:

• A minimum three (3) year diploma or degree in Computer Science, Education, Social Sciences, Humanities, Sciences, Allied Health Sciences
• A minimum of five (5) years practical experience working with technology and/or adaptive technology and persons with disabilities, preferably in an educational setting.
• Proven experience using assistive devices or technology, preferably in a post-secondary educational setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience teaching or coaching individuals with disabilities considered an asset

This is a repost of requisition 2022-092-LEB. Candidates who have previously applied need not reapply

The Position Description Form is available for review from Human Resources during the posting period. Please contact humres@niagaracollege.ca to request a copy.

If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts.
If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.