Digital Accessibility Specialist

Job Summary

Supporting unit-wide digital accessibility initiatives, the part-time Digital Accessibility Educational Support Specialist will assist in ensuring compliance and advancing best practices across digital learning environments, including course materials and web-based content, while collaborating with faculty and instructional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Review and evaluate electronic course materials for accessibility compliance
• Support accessibility remediation efforts and enhance course materials using inclusive design practices
• Develop guidance documents and provide consultative support to faculty on accessible teaching practices

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., biomedical sciences, education, instructional design)
• Demonstrated experience in higher education teaching, curriculum development, or academic program support
• Familiarity with digital learning environments (e.g., Canvas or other LMS platforms)
• Experience working with faculty and/or academic leadership
• Knowledge of digital accessibility standards, including Title II requirements (e.g., WCAG, ADA compliance)