"SDAP Temporary Office Assistant"

Job Details

SDAP Temporary Office Assistant

Department: Child Development, Literacy, and Special Education - 260200

Minimum Qualifications

• Genuine commitment to customer service
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Computer skills in document/spreadsheet design, (Google Drive, etc.)
• Close attention to detail
• Effective organization skills
• Proficient use of smartphone technologies

Qualified candidates should have a background in Special Education, Social Work, Communications Disorders, Psychology, Education, Occupational Therapy, or another helping profession.

License/Certification Required

(None specified)

Essential Job Functions

The purpose of the Office Assistant position is to support the mission of the Scholars with Diverse Abilities Program by helping with a variety of tasks including supporting SDAP students in their course participation, navigating their residence life, and teaching them social and life skills.

It is essential that you refer to sdap.appstate.edu for more information about our mission, structure, and those that we serve.

Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the scholars in their course work by attending class with them, taking notes, and helping them to prioritize their tasks.
• Supporting the scholars in their residence life which may include teaching them how to clean, cook, ride the bus.
• Supporting SDAP instructors in teaching topics in life skills classes, facilitating group work and supporting individual students in the class.
• Problem-solving around unforeseen situations that come up with students, which may include finding the right resources on campus.
• Assisting with special events occasionally, such as Coffee Talks.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

(Not detailed in text)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of assistive technology
• Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability

Work Schedule/Hours: M-F. Length of employment: beginning as soon as possible until December 3, 2025 with the possibility of a renewal for Spring semester. Position will earn $20/hour for an average of 20 hours per week.

Anticipated Hiring Range: (Not specified beyond hourly rate)

Closing Date: 12/1/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52142

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.