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Position Summary

The Accessible Learning Trainee is a developmental opportunity within Student Disability Services (SDS) that provides hands-on training in supporting accessible instructional materials and technology-based accommodations for students with disabilities. Under the direct supervision of the Accessible Technology Coordinator, the incumbent will be trained to assist with accessible media services, including captioning, audio description, alternative media, and accessible learning resources to help ensure students receive timely and equitable access to course content and university programs. Working closely with Accessible Technology staff, Accommodations Counselors, and Media Captioning personnel, the Accessible Learning Trainee supports service coordination, student communication, and accessible material preparation while gaining experience in disability services and inclusive educational practices. This position contributes to SDS's mission of removing academic barriers, promoting inclusive learning environments, and supporting student success 

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with accessible media and captioning services by processing requests, communicating with students and faculty, preparing materials, and supporting quality assurance activities.
• Assist with the delivery of alternative media and accessible technology services, including electronic text, assistive technology resources, and accessible instructional materials.
• Provide frontline support for students and faculty by explaining accessible learning processes, coordinating communication, and sharing information about available services and resources.
• Support Student Disability Services operations by assisting with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) service scheduling, data tracking, reporting, and service continuity during peak periods.
• Participate in training and professional development while learning established processes for accessible learning services and referring complex questions to professional staff.

Why You Should Apply

• Gain valuable hands-on training in disability services, accessible technology, and inclusive educational practices within higher education.
• Make a meaningful impact by helping students with disabilities access the tools and resources they need to succeed academically.
• Work alongside experienced accessibility professionals while building skills in captioning, alternative media, assistive technology, and student support.
• Develop professional experience in a collaborative, student-centered environment committed to equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
• Build a strong foundation for a career in disability services, student affairs, accessibility, or educational technology.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it's like to work at the CSU-watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. 
• This position is designated as non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. 
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

Student Disability Services (SDS) in the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity provides a full range of accommodations and services to over 4,500 students with physical, psychological, and learning disabilities, facilitating equal access to the educational process.  This is accomplished through direct service support, review of campus accessibility, adaptive technology, assessment, test accommodation, and a variety of other services.  Accommodations vary according to types of disabilities and may include sign language interpreting; provision of alternative formats, such as electronic text or Braille; computer-assisted real-time captioning; test accommodations; advising; assistive computer technology; cart transportation services, and numerous other services. Provision of these academic support services, technology and advocacy promotes the retention and graduation of students with disabilities at SDSU.

For more information regarding the Student Disability Services department,  click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a jobrelated field.  Specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a yearforyear basis.

Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and assistive technology hardware and software to support accessibility services.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly learn, alternative media production, electronic text conversion, media captioning, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) accommodation processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and applying accessibility principles and best practices to support equitable access in educational settings.
• Experience supporting disability services or accessibility initiatives, including the use of accessible technology and accommodation management systems.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and provide effective support to diverse campus constituents.
• Certification or specialized training in accessibility standards, assistive technology, or a related field is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
 Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department's budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,150 - $5,076/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $4,150/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by July 22, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.  Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at pythao@sdsu.edu.