Part-Time STEM Learning Assistant (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) - FITW Grant
- Employer
- Miami Dade College
- Location
- Wolfson Campus
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- Academic Affairs, Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Location: Wolfson Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 997123
Job Details
Job Family
STAFF - Support StaffGrade
CSSalary
$8.68 - $11.60 (Depending on Education/Experience)Department
Academic AffairsReports To
Grant DirectorClosing Date
Open Until FilledFLSA Status
Non-ExemptFirst Review Date
February 22, 2018
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A STEM Learning Assistant works closely with faculty and staff to provide supplemental guidance inside and outside the classroom for STEM students. The Learning Assistant leads group discussions and problem solving sessions designed to improve student learning of course material. This is a temporary grant-funded position.
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- Provides academic support to students and/or additional support to faculty and staff
- Facilitates active learning activities in the classroom
- Serves as a role model and motivator for students to achieve and assists with their academic needs
- Engages in weekly planning sessions with lead faculty member for assigned course
- Receives training in course content, pedagogy and activities
- Completes status reports
- Maintains a time and activity log of Learning Assistant activities
- Monitors student progress or laboratory conditions and needs
- Guides students through the use of educational software and equipment in labs
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs
- Attends all class sessions for the course section assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
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- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of one (1) specified college disciplined course
- Must be enrolled in a regionally accredited educational institution and in good academic standing
- Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 average
- Must have completed the assigned course (or a more advanced course in the same sequence) with a grade of 3.0 or higher
- Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
- Possess the ability to engage students in course activities and materials
- Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
- Be detail-oriented and highly organized
- Possess strong interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications
- Ability to demonstrate genuine motivation in dealing with people
- Ability to effectively speak and present information in front of a group
- Ability to work flexible schedule including evening and weekend assignments
- Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff
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Organization
Since we opened our doors in 1960, the educators at Miami Dade College have focused on providing quality and innovative educational opportunities to every member of our community desiring a higher education. Our goal is a simple one, to ensure the success of our students and increase the strength of our communities.
Today, Miami Dade College is the largest, most diverse and highly regarded college in the nation. We operate eight campuses with over 6,000 employees who educate over 170,000 students from around the world. The College offers over 300 programs of study and several degree options, including vocational, associate, and baccalaureate degrees. We also offer numerous Community Education classes as well as online credit classes through the Virtual College. Specialized and advanced educational opportunities include the prestigious New World School of the Arts, The Honors College and our Dual Enrollment Program.
With such a large organization, our employment needs are very diverse. From full-time professional faculty to part-time adjunct faculty and support staff, the people who comprise the MDC workforce are the innovators who help the College maintain our reputation as one of the most highly regarded colleges in the country.
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