Specialist- AED Student Services at Harper College in Hoffman Estates, Illinois

Job Description:

Overview

Registration and Assessment

Assists in the recruitment and retention of AED students.

Participates in the AED general and on-going student registration/intake and placement processes.

Together with students, develops Educational plans to reflect their goals and follows up with students who have Educational Transition Plans.

Administers tests as needed.

Provides initial appropriate individual student guidance; refers unprepared students to the Student Development faculty, or other support services / community agencies.

Instructional Enhancement Services:

Serves as an advocate for students by providing education on the rights of immigrants and encouraging students to follow through with referrals to immigrant advocacy organizations.

Serves as a resource to implement techniques for cultural competency within the department.

Arranges educational lectures and presentations on issues pertinent to the NNL student population.

Student Guidance

Directs student follow-up activities including contacting students who have or have not completed the program.

Conducts recognition activities for AED student accomplishments and student contributions.

Serves as liaison between the AED Department and other Harper departments as well as community agencies. Maintains files of community agencies and serves as a resource for student referrals.

Assists students in locating and using educational, career, and vocational information.

Conducts interviews and refers students for testing of and monitoring of special needs, such as learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, visual impairments, or physical disabilities.

Conducts student surveys to determine academic and vocational interests.

Works with students needing assistance with schedule changes.

Serves on committees and task forces in the college and community to provide for improved student services and increased networking in the community.

Performs related duties as assigned.