Director of Learning Resources
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
For full consideration, applicants should submit their materials by January 5, 2026.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts invites applications for a Director of Learning Resources. Reporting to the Vice Provost and Dean of Academic Affairs, the Director will design and implement accessibility and academic support services for all levels of students at UNCSA.
This is an Exempt Professional Staff position. PLEASE NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations WILL result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. Other materials may be requested at a later time. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, National Guard, or veteran status.
EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu
Posting Details
Position Information
| Classification Title |
Learning Assistance |
| Working Title |
Director of Learning Resources |
| Position Type |
EPS |
| Position Number |
004106 |
| Full/Part Time |
Full-time |
| School/Department Information |
Founded in 1963 as America's first public arts conservatory,
UNCSA has since developed a well-deserved international reputation. Located within Winston-Salem's vibrant visual and performing arts community,
UNCSA provides gifted emerging artists with the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to excel in their disciplines and professional and personal lives.
UNCSA enrolls more than 1,300 students across its five arts schools, which include the schools of Dance, Design & Production, Drama, Filmmaking, and Music, as well as the undergraduate Division of Liberal Arts and the High School Academic Program.
UNCSA is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With its vibrant downtown and long support of the arts, the city's numerous galleries, performing arts groups, theaters and collections appeal to arts lovers worldwide.
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| Primary Description of Work |
The Office of Learning Resources is committed to providing student accommodations that ensure equal access to learning and equal opportunity for academic success. The office also provides individual assistance and group opportunities for students to develop essential academic skills. The Director of Learning Resources serves in the Teaching and Learning Center of the Academic Affairs division, working alongside the Office of Career Development and Community Engagement, the Office for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, and the Writing Center. |
| Work Schedule and hours |
Monday-Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Description of Responsibilities and Duties |
The Director of Learning Resources role encompasses the following:
Manage the overall planning, development, and administration of the
accommodations process for students with disabilities
(50%)
- Ensure the provision of eligible accommodations to all enrolled UNCSA students with disabilities in accordance with federal and state laws relating to disability compliance including Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA 1990; ADAA 2010).
- Stay current with legal/policy changes affecting access and disability services.
- Read and interpret medical and psychoeducational documentation related to accommodations; prior experience reviewing, evaluating, and determining academic accommodations for college students with disabilities strongly preferred.
- Work with the High School Academic Program to schedule and conduct 504 conferences with high school parents, students, instructors, and administrators according to rules and regulations of ADA, 504, and other federal and state regulations on serving students with disabilities.
- Recruit, hire, and supervise student assistants to provide transcription, note taking and other services to students with disabilities.
- Provide 1:1 academic support to students with disabilities at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This includes development of self-advocacy and coaching specific to issues related to disability.
- Design and implement innovative training, programs and services appropriate to the academic needs of students with disabilities.
- Manage and oversee the general operations of University Testing Services as it applies to students with disabilities.
- Manage, monitor, train, and provide necessary assistive technology and adaptive technology for test-taking and other accommodative use.
- Collaborate with Student Affairs to provide guidance on accommodations in the residential environment, including housing and ESA approvals.
Design and implement Learning Resources programming and support (10%)
- Provide individual assistance and group workshops offering academic support in areas such as time management, organizational skills, study skills, test-taking strategies, and notetaking strategies.
- Consult with faculty and staff concerning student needs and offer information on universal design for learning (UDL).
- Attend classes and contribute learning resources expertise, upon faculty invitation.
Administrative management (20%)
- Maintain accurate and confidential records while using data to inform continuous improvement.
- Maintain and implement up-to-date departmental and university guidelines and procedures as they relate to students with disabilities.
- Develop and manage program budgetary needs for campus disability-related services.
- Prepare end-of-year reports concerning status of students with disabilities and campus trends, making recommendations to address the findings.
Consulting and campus training (10%)
- Participate in the weekly Student of Concern/Case Management roundtable, collaborating on interventions, access planning, and coordinated student support responses.
- Educate and inform students and parents regarding the accommodation process and support services for students with disabilities.
- Represent the office on campus committees and at university events, including orientation programs, Preview Days, and faculty/staff workshops.
Academic Success Coaching (10%)
- Serve as Academic Success Coach for the ASC program, an Academic Affairs student success support initiative.
- Provide academic coaching/assessment to undergraduate students on probation within assigned caseload.
- Monitor student engagement and academic success for all students within assigned caseload.
- Maintain a strong knowledge base of academic skills, pedagogy, principles, and methodology.
- Provide expertise (accessibility accommodations, learning support, counseling techniques) to the work of the ASC team.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- Master's degree in higher education, psychology, counseling, special education, or other related field.
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with students with disabilities at the collegiate level.
- Thorough working knowledge of Section 504 and ADA regulations, the Fair Housing Act, and other relevant local, state, and federal laws.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations.
- Understanding of student development and accessibility issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, grounded in empathy and collaboration.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and an ability to learn new technology.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience working in a high school or other special education environment.
- Background in, or affinity for, the arts.
- Knowledge of and experience with assistive/instructional technologies.
- Experience identifying and resolving complex problems or issues that require detailed investigation, analysis and interpretation.
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| Terms of Employment |
EN 16.00 12 Month |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
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| Special Conditions for Eligibility |
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Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
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| Open Date |
11/11/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Salary Range |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Recruitment Range, if applicable |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants |
For full consideration, applicants should submit their materials by January 5, 2026.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts invites applications for a Director of Learning Resources. Reporting to the Vice Provost and Dean of Academic Affairs, the Director will design and implement accessibility and academic support services for all levels of students at
UNCSA.
This is an Exempt Professional Staff position.
PLEASE
NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resumes
WILL
NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations
WILL result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. Other materials may be requested at a later time. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, National Guard, or veteran status.
EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu |
Supplemental Questions
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Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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University of North Carolina School of the Arts
Commensurate with education and experience
Nov 12, 2025