Descr

Support Full Time

Department

Accessible Education Services

Location Name

Sutherland

Location

Peterborough, Ontario

Created

05/21/2026

Date Closed

05/27/2026

Job ID

3352

Favorite Job

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Hours Per Week

35.00

Pay Band

J

Salary Range

43.61

to

50.39

Hourly

What Are We About?

Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 80 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Community Services, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 8,500 full-time and 445 part-time students, and 95,000 alumni.

What This Position is About:

Accessible Education Advisors in Accessible Education Services assist learners with disabilities in identifying a pathway to educational equity and implementing strategies for successful completion of their college goals. The advisor plays a pivotal role in supporting learners by guiding them through the process of determining and implementing appropriate academic accommodations. Advisors work with learners to determine reasonable accommodations in consideration of the Ontario Human Rights Commission's "Guidelines on Accommodating Persons with a Disability" and work closely with learners to assess needs facilitate advocacy and collaborate with staff and faculty to ensure accommodations are appropriate and effective. This position requires extensive learner contact, dynamic problem-solving, communication and collaboration with college faculty, support staff and administrators as well as contact with community resources, school boards and learners' individual support systems.

Work Schedules:

This position has been designated as on-campus and is expected on-site 100% of the time.

For More Information:

For a complete job description, please refer to the document found here: Job Description

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What We Are Looking For:

Completion of four (4) year degree in Disability Studies, Occupational Health, Education

A minimum of three (3) years of work experience:

• Working in a role that involves assessing functional limitations and providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Experience in occupational therapy or rehabilitation science is essential.
• Experience working in post-secondary education or a related field is preferred.
• Experience interpreting and applying detailed medical, psycho-educational, and other assessment reports to develop effective accommodation plans.
• Advanced understanding of theoretical models of disability ( e.g. social model of disability) and their influence on their application in post-secondary education.
• Strong skills in active listening, empathy, and inclusive communication to support diverse students.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and other related policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a dynamic and diverse environment.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in using databases, learning management systems, and adaptive technology.

CAAT Pension Plan:

We want to help our employees build a secure future for themselves and their loved ones. As an employee, you have access to a defined benefit pension through the CAAT Pension Plan that provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options without the stress of managing it yourself and making investment decisions. Explore a career choice with a pension at CAAT Pension Plan.

Please Note: Support Staff

Internal candidates will receive first consideration in accordance with our Support Staff Collective Agreement during the internal posting period of five (5) days.

How To Apply

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Accessibility:

Fleming College is committed to building diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning and working environments. Our mandate is to challenge societal inequities to achieve a cultural climate of inclusion, belonging and psychological safety. We are committed to being a welcoming place for all, where the needs of our diverse populations are met, and varying perspectives enrich our communities.

We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our community including, but not limited to, women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to apply.

The College provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process should inform our Human Resources staff what support(s) you may require to ensure your equal participation.

Further information regarding Fleming College's Accessibility Policy.

To obtain a copy of this document in another format please e-mail accessibility@flemingcollege.ca.