Teaching Associate 4

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Job Posting Title:

Teaching Associate 4

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM HSE - ED - Integrative Community Studies (Paul Mooney (00011522))

Work Location:

0221 George Peabody Hall

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

College of Human Sciences & Education
Integrative Community Studies (ICS)
Teaching Associate 4

Reports To: ICS Program Manager
Employment Status: Full-Time (12-month) with benefits
Work Location: College/University Campus and Community Employment Sites

Teaching Associate 4 teaches program courses and provides individualized and group support to students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in the ICS program on campus. The position provides direct instruction on programmatic topics (e.g., independent living, socialization, functional academics, workforce readiness). The position also supports students in gaining meaningful employment experiences and fostering independence across academic, social, and community settings. The Teaching Associate is essential in helping students successfully obtain and maintain internships and paid employment during and after their college program.

60% Student Support

• Teach students critical program content in areas of independent living skills, socialization, and functional academics.

• Help students explore career interests, complete job applications, and prepare for interviews.

• Deliver or co-facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.

• Support students in building resumes, portfolios, and employment documentation.

• Promote independence by teaching travel training, money management, and other employment-related life skill.

Guide student through self-reflective practices to make and achieve employment-related goals and to improve work-related skills.

25% Employment Support

• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and natural supports to students at campus and community work sites.

• Support students in learning job tasks, meeting employer expectations, and problem-solving challenges.

• Assist students in developing soft skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace professionalism.

• Fade support as appropriate to encourage independence and self-advocacy.

10% Collaboration and Documentation

• Collaborate with program staff to ensure that all course content is being taught.

• Collaborate with program staff to ensure that teaching is individualized to student preferences and needs.

• Collaborate with ICS program staff in completing teaching responsibilities.

• Work closely with the ICS program staff, faculty, families, vocational rehabilitation, and community partners to coordinate student supports.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress, work hours, employer feedback, and accommodations provided.

5% Other duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or related field
• Degree Substitution: Bachelor's degree with one of the following certifications: Special Education Teacher Certification, Non-Special Education teacher Certification, or degree in rehabilitation counseling or human services.
• Five years of related experience
• Some experience in secondary school transition program teaching or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver's license; One of the following certifications: Special Education Teacher Certification, Non-Special Education Teacher Certification, or a Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling or human services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or a related field
• Preferred experience teaching Secondary school transition program teaching experience or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Must provide a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and official transcript. Must pass a satisfactory background check. This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. For questions regarding the job duties, contact Paul Mooney at pmooney@lsu.edu.

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

November 6, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 5, 2027

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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