Full job description
WELCOME: Solano Community College values the diversity of our community and is committed to honoring and empowering all of our students. We are seeking highly motivated applicants who excel in their chosen fields and are committed to working with the students from our communities. We invite student-oriented applicants who provide culturally responsive teaching, use a strength-based approach centered on students and are committed to continuous improvement of instructional effectiveness. Solano Community College District is a single college district that serves one of the most ethnically and racially diverse counties in California. Located on the ancestral lands of the Patwin people, Solano Community Colleges Fairfield campus is in the heart of Suisun Valley midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. We also serve students at centers in Vallejo and Vacaville, at Travis Air Force Base, and at three correctional facilities. Our many innovative programs are supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including a new library and learning center, science labs, and lecture rooms.Students who attend Solano Community College are dedicated, persistent, and remarkable individuals who deserve the best opportunities a community college can provide. Our students come from both urban and rural communities, the military, and other diverse economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We serve students who represent the following cultures: Asian American (6%), Black/African American (15%), Filipino/a/x (9%), Hispanic/Latino/a/x (36%), Pacific Islanders (1%), Multi-Ethnic (9%), and White Non-Hispanic (22%). We seek candidates who embrace our community and our student population, and who have an unwavering commitment to equity, especially the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. Solano Community College is committed to applying promising practices in support of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA). We are cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. We invite you to join us on our journey to provide equitable and anti-racist education honoring and empowering the students of Solano Community College.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The Accessibility Services Center (ASC) is part of the Student Services division and is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to students with diverse abilities. The department provides academic accommodations and support services according to the educational limitations of the disability found in the disability documentation and the interactive process, all according to Title V California State regulations. With this counseling, and guidance for students is provided to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities. The ASC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students with accessibility needs, learning differences, and neurodiversity can thrive academically and personally.The ASC team is dedicated to promoting equity by addressing barriers that may prevent students from fully participating in college life. We are looking for a disability/academic counselor who will collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed, with a focus on student-centered approaches and inclusivity.We want instructors who care deeply about students, pedagogy, and the future of our community. We are looking for an individual who is willing to take thoughtful risks to support student success, accommodate diverse needs, and understand the unique challenges faced by each learner.
DESCRIPTION:
The primary role of this position is to provide academic, career, and disability adjustment counseling services to students with disabilities according to the Title V California State regulations, the ADA, and the 504 federal regulations. The successful candidate will engage in individual and group counseling, conduct intake assessments, and develop academic accommodation plans for students, in alignment with the individuals disability documentation and the interactive process. The role includes supporting students in understanding their rights and responsibilities related to accommodations, as well as providing guidance in their academic and career goals. The faculty member will also collaborate with faculty and staff to promote awareness of accessibility services and to create an inclusive campus climate. Teaching assignments may include evening hours and off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, and participation in student outreach and recruiting as part of the Division and College-wide services. We anticipate the first round of interviews to be conducted in-person the week of [February 10, 2025]. Second round interviews are tentatively set for late February. All dates are subject to change.
APPLICATION PROCESS DETAILS:
To be considered for this position, all complete applications and supporting materials must be received by the application deadline.Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. It is, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed.Travel costs related to the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.The College may re-advertise or delay filling a position.Candidates should not expect official notification until the selection of the final candidate has been completed.Reference checks for the finalists will be conducted.Finalists will be invited to a second interview with the Superintendent/President.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Conduct disability counseling and academic, career, and learning needs counseling for students with diverse abilities.
- Collaborate with faculty to ensure the provision of appropriate academic accommodations, support services, and inclusive teaching practices.
- Assist students with the development of individualized academic accommodation plans through the interactive process, and the disability documentation, promoting equitable access to educational opportunities.
- Provide individual/group counseling sessions and workshops on academic success, time management, career development, and self-advocacy, with a focus on inclusive strategies for students with learning differences.
- Guide students in setting academic and career goals, including course selection, transfer preparation, and vocational objectives, ensuring alignment with their personalized support needs.
- Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions, academic accommodations, and student progress, adhering to all legal and ethical standards related to accessibility services, especially the Title V State regulations, the ADA, and the federal 504 regulations.
- Conduct outreach to faculty and staff to promote awareness of Accessibility Services Center (ASC) offerings and to foster an inclusive, equitable environment for students with learning differences, neurodiversity, and other support needs.
- Engage in curriculum development related to academic counseling, specifically for students with diverse abilities, ensuring that course materials and teaching methods are accessible and inclusive.
- Participate in student recruitment, orientation, and other college-wide events.
- Teach and/or support college-level courses related to student success, career development, and strategies for academic success for students with disabilities.
- Participate in departmental meetings, college governance, and professional development activities.
- Provide instruction in accordance with established program course outlines of record; guide students about program requirements; evaluate and provide timely verbal and written assessments of student performance; prepare and grade assignments and examinations; meet administrative timelines and submit completed reports and required documents; and maintain required student attendance, scholastic records, and other related materials.
- Work in collaboration with other full-time instructors in coordinating curriculum and mentoring adjunct faculty in these courses.
- Participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation of student learning outcomes (SLO) and Program Level Outcomes (PLO), as appropriate.
- Actively participate in department/school meetings and maintain regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies; participate in college governance and decision-making.
- Participate in college-wide committee work and collegial governance.
- Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, students, and administrators.
- Teaching assignments may include evening and weekend hours, either in-person or online, as well as off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Academic Counseling.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in academic and counseling services.
- Ability to design and implement academic accommodation plans and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Skilled in utilizing counseling techniques, including career counseling and academic guidance, that address the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
- Proficient in the use of technology, including software systems used for academic counseling and record-keeping.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to create an inclusive campus environment.
- Experience in providing counseling and guidance to students from historically underrepresented and marginalized communities.
- Possess a commitment to teaching and learning and provide a supportive learning environment to enhance student success and completion.
- Possess a willingness to take initiative in co-curricular activities, outreach and recruitment efforts, special events, and school projects.
- Possess a willingness to participate in shared/participatory governance of the Division and the College.
- Demonstrate an ability to self-evaluate and effect change for personal growth and improvement, as well as an ability to accept constructive feedback and effect change appropriately and participate in professional growth and development activities and lifelong learning.
WORK ENVIROMENT:
The successful candidate will work in an office environment within the Accessibility Services Center, utilizing technology to manage student records and provide remote counseling services.
The role may require occasional evening or weekend hours, as well as participation in meetings and workshops across multiple campuses and online formats.
Frequent use of online meetings using Zoom or Microsoft Teams with webcam on.
Phone and email will be required to communicate with all campus communities.
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