Instructional Specialist - Mathematics

College of Marin

Instructional Specialist - Mathematics


Closing Date/Time: Fri. 02/24/12 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: See Position Description
Job Type: Part-time
Location: Kentfield Campus, Kentfield, California



The job of Instructional Specialist - Mathematics is done for the purpose/s of performing a variety of learning resources activities, technical, clerical and the case of mathematics, academic work related to the operation of a student lab; assisting students in the use of self-paced and automated learning equipment; providing individual and/or group tutoring; directing student workers; administering and grading tests, record keeping and serving as a resource to the in-lab instructor.


Essential Functions:
Administers and grades tests, (e.g. homework assignments, make-up work etc.) for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.

Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

Assists students for the purpose of providing support and direction as they move through their lab assignment.

Compiles data from a variety of sources for the purpose of complying with financial, legal and/or administrative requirements. Demonstrates proper and safe use of automated learning equipment, video tape machines, etc. for the purpose of modeling the skills necessary to utilize the equipment safely and/or accurately.

Directs student workers for the purpose of guiding and monitoring their activities.

Evaluates situations involving other staff, students, the public, etc. for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Guides students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success.

Maintains computer hardware and software for the purpose of ensuring the availability of such equipment to support the lab.

Maintains documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to date reference and audit trail for compliance.

Monitors assigned activities and/or processes for the purpose of coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with established safety regulations.

Monitors individual students while using the learning lab for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. registering students, updating reference materials, updating payroll cards, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the lab instructor and self paced learning program.

Prepares written materials for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.

Processes documents and materials for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.

Recruits student tutors for the purpose of providing staffing for self-paced and drop-in lab hours.

Researches a variety of information for the purpose of providing information and/or recommendations for resolution.

Responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external parties (e.g. faculty, administrators, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction.

Tutors lab students and drop in students for the purpose of supporting assigned instructors.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
Assist other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.


Requirements & Desirables:

REQUIREMENTS
1.) Graduation from high school or the equivalent; and
2.) Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required; and
3.) Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats and/or present information before groups; and understand complex multiple step instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: concepts of math taught at the community college level and understand the fundamentals and have a working knowledge of basic physics, but also must be able to work with our drop-in students through second year calculus.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks with a frequent need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and utilizing pertinent software applications. Use of new or additional equipment brought about by new technology shall be incorporated consistent with the level of responsibility and complexity of this job.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic job related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others under a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standard methods of operation. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of similar types and/or purposes; and utilize job related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues, create plans of action and reach solutions; with data it is moderate; and with equipment it is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with persons of varied backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; maintaining confidentiality; and working with frequent interruptions. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

REQUIRED CLEARANCES
Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance
Tuberculin (TB) Clearance

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
A.) Cover Letter
B.) Resume


Supplemental & Salary Information:

RESPONSIBILITY
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision; directing other persons within a small work unit; and operating within a defined budget and/or financial guidelines. Utilization of resources from other work units is required to perform the job's functions. There is an opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions requires the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; significant reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking and 10% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, a generally hazard free environment, and in a clean atmosphere.

SALARY INFORMATION
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: CSEA 13
Starting Salary Range: $1,911.98 - $2,107.95 per month (Step A - C). Normal entering step is Step A.

Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.

WORK SCHEDULE
FTE (Full-time Equivalent): .60
Months per Year: 12
Work Days/Hours:
Tuesday: 9:30am - 4:15pm (half-hour lunch)
Wednesday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm (one-hour lunch)
Thursday: 9:30am - 4:15pm (half-hour lunch)
Friday: 9:30am - 2:00pm (half-hour lunch)
22.5 Hours per Week

NOTE: The College is closed on Fridays during the summer period, when the work schedule changes.



To apply, please visit: http://www.marin.edu/hr/jobs.html

Equal Opportunity Employer

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