Disability Support Advocate - Student Employee
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Accompany students to designated classes and assist with navigating the physical classroom environment as needed.
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Provide verbal descriptions of visual course components, read and scribe for students, and assist with accessing class materials (e.g., handouts, textbooks).
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Offer comprehensive note-taking support during lectures while ensuring students can actively participate in discussions.
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Assist students with the use of assistive technologies and software to access digital resources effectively.
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Serve as a trained reader, scribe, or test proctor during exams and assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the testing center.
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Conduct biweekly accessibility inspections of campus facilities to ensure proper functioning of elevators, doors, and furniture placement.
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Collaborate with Student Success, Student Life, and other campus organizations to ensure accessible programming and events.
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Assist in planning and executing events for the Student Accessibility, Support, and Success Office.
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Partner with ABLE and other campus organizations to promote disability awareness and inclusion.
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Create and maintain digital signage and social media content to raise awareness about accessibility and disability-related topics.
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Answer incoming calls to the Student Accessibility office and provide basic office support.
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Create resources to streamline accessibility-related information for students.
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Review Maryville online content for accessibility compliance and provide feedback.
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Must be a current full-time undergraduate student at Maryville University.
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Background in relevant content areas is preferred
- Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities or in a supportive role is preferred but not required.
- Will have to be able to assist those with physical disabilities
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
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Proven ability to provide excellent customer service.
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Highly organized, adaptable, and self-motivated with a creative mindset.
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Strong empathy and understanding of individuals with disabilities.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with assistive technologies is a plus.
Start Date: 08/24/2026
End Date: 05/02/2027
NOTE: Applicants must be work study eligible and have a work study award in their financial aid package to apply for this position.