Department:

Student Access Center

Salary/Hourly

$34,466.00 Annual

Union/Position Status:

FFECC NTTP FT

Posting Closing Date:

January 8, 2026

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the posting closing date.

Please note that the posting will close at midnight (12:00 AM) on the posting closing date.
 

JOB DESCRIPTION

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves performing para-professional tasks assisting the faculty of a Community College. The incumbent's duties are varied and range from setting up equipment in laboratories to tutoring students in developmental centers. The tasks assigned are generally of a supportive nature and may be performed in the classroom, laboratory, research or development center, learning center, or computer center. The work is performed under general supervision of an instructor or other faculty member. Supervision may be exercised over students or clerical assistants; does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Assists instructor in classroom and laboratory by demonstrating apparatus, equipment and teaching aids;
• Administers and/or proctors tests under direction of instructor or other faculty member;
• Works with students in use of various technical equipment in classroom and laboratory;
• Tutors students on individual basis in classroom, laboratory or learning center;
• Assists instructor in maintaining academic records, preparing reports, etc.;
• Requisitions, maintains and issues supplies and equipment to students and faculty;
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment;
• Performs routine maintenance on and make minor repairs of apparatus, equipment, and teaching aids.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Good knowledge of fundamentals of teaching; good knowledge of subjects in the academic area in which assigned; ability to work with and tutor students in academic area in which assigned; ability to work with students and faculty in an effective manner; ability to understand and follow detailed oral and written reports; initiative; resourcefulness; reliability; integrity; demonstrates a commitment to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive work force; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of sixty (60) semester credit hours of study at a regionally accredited college or university with courses in disability and adaptive technology; experience working with adults or young adults with disabilities at the secondary or post-secondary level.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.

This position is working in the Student Accessibility Center with college students with documented disabilities. Additional qualifications include: familiarity with services provided in Higher Education for students with disabilities, knowledge of assistive technologies used in education, ability to provide individualized assistance or tutoring on assistive technology, aware of confidentiality around disability disclosure, familiarity with classroom/testing assistance available, detail oriented, computer skills and ability to multitask.

Contact Human Resources at (716) 851-1840 with any questions.

Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise.  At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

SUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law.  This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors).  Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the Civil Rights Compliance Officer listed below.  Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights Compliance Officer

Human Resource Department

North Campus

6205 Main Street

Williamsville, NY 14221

(716) 270-5735

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact:

New York Office

United States Department of Education

Office for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip 26th Floor,  

New York, N.Y., 10005-25010;

Tel (646) 428-3800; Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.