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Instructional Support Specialist, Biology

Part-time

Augusta Technical College

Augusta, GAPart-time$22/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22/hr
Location
Augusta, GA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Augusta Technical College is hiring an Instructional Support Specialist, Biology. The Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) provides academic support and tutoring to students at Augusta Technical College's Success Center. This role involves adhering to strategic learning methods, addressing educational concerns, and preparing appropriate teaching materials. The ISS monitors and documents student progress, utilizes academic center monitoring software, and performs basic administrative duties to support daily operations.

Key focus areas include Provide academic support to students by adhering to strategic learning methods and by addressing students’ immediate educational concerns., Demonstrate understanding of the adult learner, varied learning styles, and differentiated instruction., and Finds and prepares appropriate teaching materials that suit the student(s)’ ability, goals, and interests..

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree and High School Diploma Or GED. Important skills include Strategic Learning Methods, Understanding Of Adult Learner, Varied Learning Styles, Differentiated Instruction, Interpersonal Skills, and Effective Communication Skills. Preferred (not required): Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strategic Learning MethodsUnderstanding of Adult LearnerVaried Learning StylesDifferentiated InstructionInterpersonal SkillsEffective Communication SkillsDecision-MakingProblem-SolvingWindows 8Windows 10Microsoft Office SuiteTutoringSupplemental Instruction

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree From Regionally Accredited InstitutionHigh School Diploma or GEDExperience Working With Diverse PopulationsExperience Working With Higher Education Programs

Full job description

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Job Title:

Instructional Support Specialist, Biology Job Requisition ID:

JR0000001085 Number of Openings:

1 Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details:

$22.00 PER HOUR

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) is responsible for tutoring and other academic support for Augusta Technical College students in the Success Center.

MAJOR DUTIES

  • Provide academic support to students by adhering to strategic learning methods and by addressing students’ immediate educational concerns.

  • Demonstrate understanding of the adult learner, varied learning styles, and differentiated instruction.

  • Finds and prepares appropriate teaching materials that suit the student(s)’ ability, goals, and interests.

  • Maintain a positive, warm attitude that encourages the student(s) to learn.

  • Monitor and document each student’s progress. Provides progress reports/updates as required.

  • Utilize academic center monitoring software to track student utilization of center’s services.

  • Complete annual professional development activities as required.

  • Perform basic administrative duties to support the daily operations of the Success Center.

  • Must be able to work a schedule (morning, noon, and/or evening) based on the needs of the Success Center.

COMPETENCIES

  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.

  • Demonstrates effective communication skills.

  • Good decision-making and problem-solving skills.

  • Working knowledge of common operating systems (Windows 8 and 10) and software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Master’s degree in the subject area from a regionally accredited institution.

  • Familiarity with tutoring and/or supplemental instruction.

  • Experience working with diverse populations with varying language skills and experiences.

  • Experience working with higher education programs designed to increase student retention and graduation rates.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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