Adjunct Learning Disability Specialist Non-Instructional Pool - San Joaquin Delta College : Job Details

Under the general supervision of the Division Dean, the adjunct is responsible for assessing CalWORKs participants referred by the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency for learning disability evaluation. The focus is to administer and interpret cognitive assessments to determine if a client is considered learning disabled as per CalWORKs Guidelines and/or the California Community College's Title V regulations.

Education & Training:

• Master's degree in learning disabilities, special education, education, psychology, speech-language pathology, communication disorders, educational or school psychology, counseling, or rehabilitation counseling, plus 15 semester units in learning disabilities or related areas, including adult cognitive and achievement assessment, or equivalent.

Ability to:

• Show sensitivity and understanding of diverse backgrounds of CalWORKs participants.
• Support participants with suspected learning disabilities effectively.
• Apply technology for assessment, record-keeping, and interpretation.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work evenings and Saturdays.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Sensitivity to race, ethnicity, color, creed, sex, gender identity/expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, criminal history, or other protected bases.
• Ability to adapt strategies to different student abilities, learning styles, and cultures.
• Completion of the California Community College Chancellor's 'Learning Disability Eligibility Model Training' or verified professional training on assessment instruments like WJ IV, WAIS IV, or possession of a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (School Psychology) or California Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP).
• Minimum of one-year experience administering assessments like WJ IV or WAIS IV in educational or related settings.

Applicants will remain active for one year. After that, they will receive instructions to renew their application.

Notes:

• If your degree differs from the listed qualifications, apply under the equivalent provision and provide details of your credentials.
• Foreign coursework evaluations must be from NACES-accredited agencies if used to meet minimum qualifications.

Application instructions include submitting a district application, resume, letter of interest, and transcripts. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of hire, and foreign transcripts need evaluation from NACES members if applicable.