Job Details

San Mateo County Community College District

Part-Time Assistive Technology Specialist/Instructor (Pool)

Position Number: 6505728
Location: San Mateo, CA
Position Type: Disability Services

Part-Time Assistive Technology Specialist/Instructor (Pool)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) - $89.20 up to $130.94 per hour. Lecture Course (Salary Schedule AJ) - $103.85 up to $151.07.

Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working collaboratively with faculty and staff in the Disability Resource Center (DRC) or Educational Access Center (EAC) and under the supervision of the Dean of Student Equity and Support Services, the Assistive Technology Specialist/Instructor will develop and coordinate the Assistive Technology Program, including:
Develop and implement curriculum in assistive technology as it relates to college level students in a diverse educational environment and monitor effectiveness through Student Learning Outcomes
Provide classroom and individual (or direct or one-to-one) instruction to students in the use of Assistive Technology software and strategies for its application to their college course(s). Software and applications include but are not limited to Dragon Professional for Individual, Kurzweil 3000, Smartpen, JAWS and Magic
Develop accessible course materials for assistive technology classes
Assess the technology needs of students and determine the appropriate assistive technology to support/meet their identified accommodations and their access to educational/course materials, including online materials
Maintain accurate records for students receiving services and maintain proper documentation and confidentiality of student files using online database
Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the DRC/EAC program's student learning outcomes
Train and direct the work of staff, who provide classroom support in Assistive Technology classes and work with students in the Assistive Technology Lab
In collaboration with the District Information Technology Department, coordinate the installation and maintenance of assistive technology in DRC/EAC 's Assistive Technology Lab/Classroom and Test Proctoring Lab as well as labs or service areas across campus
Keep current with advancements in assistive technology and its application to students with disabilities in the areas of access, reading/writing, learning, and alternate media
Provide technical assistance to campus instructional and technology committees on access requirements for individuals with disabilities
Collaborate with the District's Accessibility Specialist about the accessibility of online content (i.e., website, forms, or course management system) for students with disabilities using Assistive Technology software
Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs. The College offers day and evening classes

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)
Knowledge of:

Knowledge of the use of technology in teaching

Skills and Abilities:

Recent successful experience in teaching or preparation to teach college-level courses in Assistive Technology
Ability to use and develop teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration, and engage students actively in learning, encouraging them to become independent, creative learners with higher-order thinking skills
Ability to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students with different abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences
Ability to develop instructional learning outcomes and to develop methods for assessing student's achievement of these outcomes
Understanding and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college

Job Requirements:

Master's degree or above, or equivalent foreign degree, in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology, or rehabilitation counseling AND 15-semester units of upper division or graduate study in adapted computer technology OR the equivalent (see below)
Minimum of two years of full-time experience (or equivalent) within the last five years of working with individuals with disabilities at the middle school, high school or college level, identifying assistive technology to meet their access and/or learning needs, and providing instruction in its use
Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.

Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions (you may choose more than one category), which is available as an option during the application submission process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above do not need to complete this form.

a) Degree Equivalence
The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework.

b) Academic Background Equivalence
Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available. The employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:

i. a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and

ii. a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major.

c) Professional Achievement Equivalence
The employee or applicant must have completed the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information:
Safety: to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor.

Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX

Work Demands

The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Environmental: typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available.

Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
Comprehend speech at normal levels
Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Frequent bending at the waist
Physical presence at on-site locations
Communicate and interact with others
Observe and interpret people and situations
Learn and apply new information or skills
Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks
Perform highly detailed work under changing priorities and deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks
Work with frequent interruptions
Self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits: Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2021-2023) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2024 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2024 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.

Closes: 6/30/2026

To apply, visit http://smccd.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=191662