Accessibility Director

Portage Learning Careers•Beaver Falls, PA

1d•$112,200 - $151,300•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Portage Learning is to transform lives and communities by providing learning opportunities for all who aspire to thrive. We do this not only through superior online instruction, but with a deep commitment to expanding access to education. We believe service is the thread that binds our community and our team together. To that end, we choose to … Believe the best in our employees Invest in our people Collaborate with humility, respect, and appreciation Cultivate curiosity and encourage creativity. The Accessibility Director is responsible for ensuring that our digital learning environment is fully accessible, inclusive, and compliant with federal and state regulations. This role leads the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of accessibility initiatives across instructional design, student support, and technology integration. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven leader with deep expertise in accessibility standards, assistive technology, and online education systems.

Requirements

High proficiency with accessibility audit tools and remediation techniques.
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Direct experience in online learning or remote higher education settings
Proven success in building or scaling accessibility programs and initiatives
Strong understanding of assistive technology and the Canvas LMS platform
Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to lead change across departments.
Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and learner-centered design.
5-7 years of progressive experience in accessibility and compliance, preferably including at least 3 years in a leadership role
Master’s degree required in Special Education, Disability Studies, Higher Ed Administration, Educational Technology, or related field.
Successful completion of a background check and current and/or ability to obtain the following clearances: Child Abuse, State Police, FBI Fingerprinting, and Mandated Reporter for Child Abuse.
Demonstrated agreement with and vision for the stated mission, vision, philosophy, values, and goals of Portage Learning.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) or similar frameworks for organizational clarity and accountability.
Familiarity with digital product development or user experience design.
Demonstrated ability to influence culture and advocate for accessibility at the institutional level.
Doctorate preferred.
CPACC or CPWA (IAAP)
ADA Coordinator Training Certification
Quality Matters, UDL, or ATACP credentials

Responsibilities

Define and execute the company-wide accessibility strategy in alignment with our mission and growth goals.
Serve as the organizational authority on ADA, Section 504, WCAG 2.2, and UDL practices in a virtual education environment.
Collaborate with academic leadership, instructional designers, engineers, and student support teams to embed accessibility across the entire student experience.
Develop and oversee accommodation processes and accessibility services for students with disabilities.
Lead internal accessibility audits for online courses, websites, and platforms using appropriate tools.
Partner with Instructional Design and Engineering to guide accessibility best practices in new feature rollouts and platform enhancements.
Coordinate with Instructional Design to design and develop learning materials, including a library of additional learning materials within courses to support student learning.
Design and deliver professional development on accessibility standards and inclusive design for faculty and staff.
Cultivate a culture of access through proactive education, resources, and consultation.
Monitor and interpret relevant legislation and policy; maintain institutional compliance with ADA, Section 508, and related laws.
Prepare and submit accessibility-related documentation for audits, accreditation, or legal inquiries.
Lead regular accessibility reviews and generate improvement plans using identified standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned