Academic Assistant I - WRSC

College of DuPage; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

College of DuPage is seeking an Academic Assistant I to support students in the Writing, Reading, Speech Assistance area. The role involves delivering writing, reading, and public speaking help in classroom or online settings, and offering orientations to WRSA services.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree with English 1102 and Speech 1100, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required, including English 1102 and Speech 1100 with a grade of B or higher and a GPA of 3.3.
• Experience teaching or providing academic assistance in a related discipline preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including proficiency in spoken English required.

Responsibilities

• Provide writing, reading, and public speaking assistance to students in all academic disciplines taught at COD, in person or online.
• Provide in-class orientations on WRSA services.
• Maintain current and relevant knowledge in subject areas and general study skills.
• Serve as a resource to peer academic assistants and other academic assistants.
• Develop and participate in training on related topics; develop and compile resource materials.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Academic Assistant I - WRSC

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

To provide academic assistance to students in the Writing, Reading, Speech Assistance Area of the College of DuPage. Offer orientations in classroom or online.

• Provide writing, reading, and public speaking assistance to students in all academic disciplines taught at the College of DuPage, in person or online.
• Provide in-class orientations on WRSA services.
• Maintain current and relevant knowledge in subject areas and general study skills.
• Serve as a resource to peer academic assistants and other academic assistants.
• Develop and participate in training on related topics. Develop and compile resource materials.

Qualifications:

Education

• Associate's degree required, including English 1102 and Speech 1100 with a grade of B or higher and a GPA of 3.3.

Experience

• Experience teaching or providing academic assistance in a related discipline preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including proficiency in spoken English required.

Working Conditions:

• Fifteen (15) to twenty (20) hours per week during academic terms only (approximately 40 weeks per year). Some evening or weekend hours may be required.
• Up-to-date skills in relevant technologies.
• This position is subject to a background check and education verification at the expense of the College.

Pay Grade:

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence. We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.