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Our team of Strategy Instructors is largely made up of Graduate Assistants (GAs). We pride ourselves on our closeknit, collaborative, and supportive team environment.
Strategy Instructor Responsibilities and Qualifications
Strategy Instructors are responsible for meeting on a weekly basis with an assigned caseload of students participating in the Beyond Access program. Student participants are largely students who identify as individuals with disabilities or neurodivergent. In meetings, Strategy Instructors evaluate a student’s strengths and concerns to create and individualize strategies to support their progress toward goals. Students typically work toward goals in the areas of time management and organization, social engagement and social skills, academic skills, and career development; however, Strategy Instructors are able to provide holistic support covering a wide range of topics.
As Strategy Instructors need to be skilled in empathetically and sensitively working with a diverse student population, successful candidates often have educational background or experience, and/or are pursuing degrees in areas such as School Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA), and Educational Leadership (EDLR), or related fields. All applications, however, are welcome.
Typically, our available positions are full assistantships (a 20-hour per week commitment). We occasionally have opportunities for 50% (10 hour) and 75% (15 hour) GAs. Assistantships are based at the Storrs, Hartford, and Stamford campuses.
Open Positions
UConn CSD Beyond Access Strategy Instructor – Hartford Fall 2024
CSD is currently seeking candidates for graduate assistantships in our enhanced services program, Beyond Access, at the Hartford campus.
SUMMARY:
The Beyond Access (BA) Strategy Instructor manages a caseload of students enrolled in the BA program. The Beyond Access program offers individualized services that exceed standard accommodations at the college level. Our program is designed to help students bridge the gap between access and success. We recognize that students have a variety of strengths and difficulties, and we believe in meeting students wherever they are on their journey. We value all aspects of student life, and believe that academic, social, and career skills are all ingredients for a positive university experience. Our purpose is to support students in reaching self-selected goals in these and other areas over the course of a semester. Beyond Access provides semester-long support to students as they reach self-selected goals in many areas.
The Strategy Instructor will also have responsibilities in the CSD Hartford Office, including providing reception functions and coordination of exam accommodations (proctoring exams, scanning and uploading, etc.).
This is a full-time, 20 hour per week graduate assistantship with approximately 10 hours spent on Beyond Access duties and 10 hours on administrative and accommodation provision with the exact hours to be determined with the position’s supervisors.
JOB DUTIES:
- Manages a caseload of assigned students within the BA program and provides one-on-one strategy instruction to meet students’ established goals.
- Present students with individualized learning strategies supporting executive function (e.g., time management, organization), academic skills (e.g., notetaking, test-taking, studying), social engagement, stress management, and other related areas.
- Promote student development and self-determination in social, emotional, academic, and daily living realms; encourages and promotes goal setting with
- Record detailed confidential case notes in CSD’s database.
- May assist and support other BA Strategy Instructors, including meeting with their students as needed.
- May plan, coordinate and manage BA study halls and social groups based on program participants’ needs. These events are typically on a small scale, and Strategy Instructors may be responsible for securing space, developing themes as necessary and facilitating the groups.
- Assists with CSD registration and guides students to connect with campus resources as they relate to procedures for campus change, readmission, and university appeals (e.g., dismissal and academic adjustments).
- Assists with operational functions at the CSD. Tasks may include answering phones; greeting students and visitors to CSD; copying; filing; and other related
- Coordinates approved accommodations as needed. Tasks may include exam administration; proctoring exams; scribing or reading an exam; hiring note-takers and other related
- Assists with supporting special projects which may be ongoing and require planning, coordination, and
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must currently be pursuing a master’s degree in special education, psychology, education, or another related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with students in K-12 and/or higher education.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, particularly individuals with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and psychiatric conditions.
- Experience identifying and teaching strategies to support learning, social engagement skills, and executive function.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
For more information about Beyond Access, please visit our website: https://beyondaccess.csd.uconn.edu/
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Tim Smagacz, Assistant Director for Operations: timothy.smagacz@uconn.edu
UConn CSD Beyond Access Strategy Instructor – Stamford Fall 2024
CSD is currently seeking candidates for graduate assistantships in our enhanced services program, Beyond Access, at the Stamford regional campus.
SUMMARY:
The Beyond Access (BA) Strategy Instructor manages a caseload of students enrolled in the BA program. The Beyond Access program offers individualized services that exceed standard accommodations at the college level. Our program is designed to help students bridge the gap between access and success. We recognize that students have a variety of strengths and difficulties, and we believe in meeting students wherever they are on their journey. We value all aspects of student life, and believe that academic, social, and career skills are all ingredients for a positive university experience. Our purpose is to support students in reaching self-selected goals in these and other areas over the course of a semester. Beyond Access provides semester-long support to students as they reach self-selected goals in many areas.
The Strategy Instructor will also have responsibilities in the CSD Hartford Office, including providing reception functions and coordination of exam accommodations (proctoring exams, scanning and uploading, etc.).
This is a full-time, 20 hour per week graduate assistantship with approximately 10 hours spent on Beyond Access duties and 10 hours on administrative and accommodation provision with the exact hours to be determined with the position’s supervisors.
JOB DUTIES:
- Manages a caseload of assigned students within the BA program and provides one-on-one strategy instruction to meet students’ established goals.
- Present students with individualized learning strategies supporting executive function (e.g., time management, organization), academic skills (e.g., notetaking, test-taking, studying), social engagement, stress management, and other related areas.
- Promote student development and self-determination in social, emotional, academic, and daily living realms; encourages and promotes goal setting with
- Record detailed confidential case notes in CSD’s database.
- May assist and support other BA Strategy Instructors, including meeting with their students as needed.
- May plan, coordinate and manage BA study halls and social groups based on program participants’ needs. These events are typically on a small scale, and Strategy Instructors may be responsible for securing space, developing themes as necessary and facilitating the groups.
- Assists with CSD registration and guides students to connect with campus resources as they relate to procedures for campus change, readmission, and university appeals (e.g., dismissal and academic adjustments).
- Assists with operational functions at the CSD. Tasks may include answering phones; greeting students and visitors to CSD; copying; filing; and other related
- Coordinates approved accommodations as needed. Tasks may include exam administration; proctoring exams; scribing or reading an exam; hiring note-takers and other related
- Assists with supporting special projects which may be ongoing and require planning, coordination, and
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must currently be pursuing a master’s degree in special education, psychology, education, or another related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with students in K-12 and/or higher education.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, particularly individuals with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and psychiatric conditions.
- Experience identifying and teaching strategies to support learning, social engagement skills, and executive function.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
For more information about Beyond Access, please visit our website: https://beyondaccess.csd.uconn.edu/
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Tim Smagacz, Assistant Director for Operations: timothy.smagacz@uconn.edu
UConn CSD Beyond Access Strategy Instructor – Storrs Fall 2024
CSD is currently seeking candidates for graduate assistantships in our enhanced services program, Beyond Access, at the Stamford regional campus.
SUMMARY:
The Beyond Access (BA) Strategy Instructor manages a caseload of students enrolled in the BA program. The Beyond Access program offers individualized services that exceed standard accommodations at the college level. Our program is designed to help students bridge the gap between access and success. We recognize that students have a variety of strengths and difficulties, and we believe in meeting students wherever they are on their journey. We value all aspects of student life, and believe that academic, social, and career skills are all ingredients for a positive university experience. Our purpose is to support students in reaching self-selected goals in these and other areas over the course of a semester. Beyond Access provides semester-long support to students as they reach self-selected goals in many areas.
The Strategy Instructor will also have responsibilities in the CSD Hartford Office, including providing reception functions and coordination of exam accommodations (proctoring exams, scanning and uploading, etc.).
This is a full-time, 20 hour per week graduate assistantship with approximately 10 hours spent on Beyond Access duties and 10 hours on administrative and accommodation provision with the exact hours to be determined with the position’s supervisors.
JOB DUTIES:
- Manages a caseload of assigned students within the BA program and provides one-on-one strategy instruction to meet students’ established goals.
- Present students with individualized learning strategies supporting executive function (e.g., time management, organization), academic skills (e.g., notetaking, test-taking, studying), social engagement, stress management, and other related areas.
- Promote student development and self-determination in social, emotional, academic, and daily living realms; encourages and promotes goal setting with
- Record detailed confidential case notes in CSD’s database.
- May assist and support other BA Strategy Instructors, including meeting with their students as needed.
- May plan, coordinate and manage BA study halls and social groups based on program participants’ needs. These events are typically on a small scale, and Strategy Instructors may be responsible for securing space, developing themes as necessary and facilitating the groups.
- Assists with CSD registration and guides students to connect with campus resources as they relate to procedures for campus change, readmission, and university appeals (e.g., dismissal and academic adjustments).
- Assists with operational functions at the CSD. Tasks may include answering phones; greeting students and visitors to CSD; copying; filing; and other related
- Coordinates approved accommodations as needed. Tasks may include exam administration; proctoring exams; scribing or reading an exam; hiring note-takers and other related
- Assists with supporting special projects which may be ongoing and require planning, coordination, and
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must currently be pursuing a master’s degree in special education, psychology, education, or another related field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with students in K-12 and/or higher education.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, particularly individuals with autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and psychiatric conditions.
- Experience identifying and teaching strategies to support learning, social engagement skills, and executive function.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
For more information about Beyond Access, please visit our website: https://beyondaccess.csd.uconn.edu/
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Tim Smagacz, Assistant Director for Operations: timothy.smagacz@uconn.edu