Teaching Associate 4- ICS
Professional / Unclassified
LSUAM HSE - ED - ICS - Students (Leanora Sierra Hernandez (00266271))
0221 George Peabody Hall
Other Academic
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
Position Overview:
The 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Student Support- 60%
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Teach students critical program content in areas of independent living skills, socialization, and functional academics.
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Help students explore career interests, complete job applications, and prepare for interviews.
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Deliver or co-facilitate workshops on job readiness, workplace safety, and self-determination.
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Support students in building resumes, portfolios, and employment documentation.
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Promote independence by teaching travel training, money management, and other employment-related life skill
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Guide student through self-reflective practices to make and achieve employment-related goals and to improve work-related skills.
Employment Support- 25%
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Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and natural supports to students at campus and community work sites.
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Support students in learning job tasks, meeting employer expectations, and problem-solving challenges.
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Assist students in developing soft skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and workplace professionalism.
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Fade support as appropriate to encourage independence and self-advocacy.
Collaboration and Documentation- 10%
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Collaborate with program staff to ensure that all course content is being taught.
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Collaborate with program staff to ensure that teaching is individualized to student references and needs.
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Collaborate with ICS program staff in completing teaching responsibilities.
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Work closely with the ICS program staff, faculty, families, vocational rehabilitation, and community partners to coordinate student supports.
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Maintain accurate records of student progress, work hours, employer feedback, and accommodations provided
Other duties as assigned- 5%
Minimum Qualifications:
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Master's degree in special education, rehabilitation counseling, human services, psychology, or a related field
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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 may be substituted for Master's degree requirement.
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Five years of related experience
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Some experience in secondary school transition program teaching or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities.
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Valid driver's license
LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply – a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.
Preferred Qualifications
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Preferred experience teaching
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Secondary school transition program teaching experience or coaching experience with individuals with disabilities
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.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
August 10, 2026
November 9, 2026
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.
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.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
