Instructional Assistant/Math Lab

Instructional Assistant

$5,887 - $7,094 Per Month (includes 5% shift differential)

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Instructional Assistant/Math Lab

FCC890

Fullerton College

FC Math & Computer Science

100%

12 Months Per Year

Tuesday – Thursday, 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday - Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)

ABOUT US

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to annually enroll over 65,000 students and serve a population of over one million people! Home to more than 2,900 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California’s premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest noncredit programs, North Orange Continuing Education.

We invite you to join the Fullerton College campus community. Ideal candidates will share Fullerton College’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Fullerton College offers a radically student-centered culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all who learn and work here. The student body is incredibly diverse, with more than 55.7% Latinx, 16.6% Caucasian, 15.7% Asian/Pacific Islander, 3.1% African American, and 0.2% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Additionally, students from more than 40 countries regularly enroll in our International Student Program each year. The College believes in a multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.

Fullerton College is the oldest community college in continuous operation in California. Since our first class in 1913, we have grown to become one of the most successful community colleges in the nation. Our high transfer and graduation rates, rich academic programs and radically student-centered approach equip students with the skills and resources they need to succeed. Each year, thousands of students transfer to the CSU and UC systems as well as to private colleges and universities throughout the nation. Notably, during 2019, Fullerton College was ranked as the No. 1 community college in California in transfers to the California State University (CSU) system. We are consistently No. 1 in transfers to Cal State Fullerton.

Fullerton College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving-Institution (AANAPISI). Fullerton College proudly offers many programs to serve and support our diverse student body, including Puente, Umoja, Student Diversity Success Initiative, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) Foster Youth Success Initiative, Disability Services, and a Veterans Resource Center. The College also provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQIA2S+ Faculty Staff Associations.
Fullerton College offers a comprehensive array of student services programs and academic and career pathways designed to achieve our campus’ strategic goals related to access, retention, persistence, and student success initiatives on campus. The College is developing an implementation plan for Guided Pathways and has robust partnerships with our local high school districts.
The Fullerton College campus community is dedicated to our core values of Community, Diversity, Equity, Excellence, Growth, Inclusivity, Innovation, Integrity, Partnership, Respect and Responsibility. For more information, please visit our website at www.fullcoll.edu.

The Fullerton College Math & Computer Science Tutoring Lounge is an academic support service that provides drop-in tutoring for math and computer science students. In-person and Zoom tutoring services are available. The Tutoring Lounge provides a collaborative environment for students as well as numerous resources to increase students’ proficiency, peer engagement, academic confidence, and critical thinking skills. The Math and Computer Science Tutoring Lounge continues to evolve to develop and implement new strategies to promote an equitable learning experience to help fulfill students’ educational goals at Fullerton College.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $11,620.58 for one dependent or $18,592.86 for two or more dependents annually)
• Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion (up to $2,646.10 annually)
• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 life insurance benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
• Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
• 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation
• Cumulative sick leave
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Program: 3 days in office/2 days remote (Management approval required; may vary by Department/Position)
• Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
• Receive Premium Pay for years of continuous service: From 5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years
• District paid employee post-retirement medical (for those who qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture
• Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations

PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is responsible for assisting in the instruction of students in a classroom or laboratory setting; preparing, distributing, or demonstrating equipment and materials; and performing complex technical work as required. This requires specialized knowledge in the area supported.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Tutors and counsels students individually or in small groups in the assigned subject matter area; reinforces or follows-up on instructions provided in classroom or laboratory by the faculty; explains course concepts, principles and terminologies to students; tracks students’ progress and provides feedback to instructor.

Assists in the preparation of instructional materials; schedules and coordinates field trips, guest lecturers, and special events; assists in the preparation of class schedules, course requirements and assignments; administers and scores a variety of tests; recommends appropriate level of instruction.

Demonstrates or describes the proper usage of equipment and materials to instructors and students; provides information to students regarding classroom or laboratory requirements; prepares and issues equipment and materials for students use; maintains records of equipment and materials loaned to students.

Performs a variety of specialized and general classroom or laboratory techniques; operates a variety of complex apparatus and equipment within assigned subject matter; tests, adjusts, maintains and performs minor repairs including necessary calibrations to apparatus and equipment.

Provides technical assistance and recommends specifications for equipment and instructional material purchases.

Performs administrative duties related to the maintenance and efficiency of the instructional program; types various forms, letters and correspondence; duplicates instructional materials; monitors class enrollments and maintains student attendance records; maintains confidential student information and progress data on appropriate forms and records; compiles statistical data.

Maintains classroom or laboratory in a safe, clean and orderly condition; prepares and maintains records and reports as necessary.

Orders, maintains, receives, catalogs, and stores equipment, materials and supplies; maintains inventories to assure adequate quantities are available for timely instructional use; monitors expenditures and budget as assigned.

Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.

Performs related duties as assigned.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Instructional Assistant maintains daily contact with students and faculty, as well as frequent contact with various college or District departments and outside vendors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of organization, policies and procedures of assigned department, classroom, or laboratory

Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the assigned classroom or laboratory

Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures used in the assigned classroom or laboratory

Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques

Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures

Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures

Knowledge of record keeping techniques

Knowledge and ability to operate personal computers, copiers and other standard office equipment

Ability to present classroom or laboratory materials and to perform experiments and demonstrations in the area assigned

Ability to assist students in understanding and applying basic principles of the subject area to which assigned

Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately

Ability to work independently with little direction

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work

Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Coursework must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

May require a valid driver’s license depending upon assigned discipline.

In some locations, may require special licenses or certifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of college level course work.

A minimum of three (3) years of extensive training or work experience in the assigned disciplines or subject areas.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience Tutoring Introductory Statistics and Calculus.
Education and/or prior experience working in a learning center environment.
Experience tutoring students and collaborating with faculty and staff from a diverse population, using equity-minded practices in a learning center environment.
Familiarity with digital accessibility requirements such as ADA Title II.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Instructional classroom and/or laboratory and/or stockroom environment. May be subject to performing physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, standing, climbing or walking while performing classroom or laboratory demonstrations and experiments. May be subject to exposure to chemicals, solutions, bio-hazardous materials, and/or fumes.

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY

Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a classified position subject to a six-month probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within eight (8) months.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.
The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).
Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The policy of the North Orange County Community College District is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment, including but not limited to, access to its services, classes, and programs in which no person shall be unlawfully denied full and equal access to the benefits of, or be unlawfully subjected to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or as otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.