Assistant II, Instructional Support - Biology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,082 - 35,724; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Assistant II, Instructional Support for the Biology department. This role involves assisting with instructional tasks in a lab setting and working under the supervision of the campus leader. A minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with essential skills in customer service.

The position is based at the Trinity River Campus in Fort Worth, Texas, requiring working hours on weekdays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 college hours in a specialized field.
• Two years of work experience related to instructional support.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer classroom tests to students with disabilities.
• Support and coordinate activities with faculty.
• Prepare and maintain classrooms for learning activities.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Word processing software proficiency

Spreadsheet software proficiency

Presentation software proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Job description

Title: Assistant II, Instructional Support – Biology

Department: TR Sci, Tech, Eng & Mth Admin

Campus Location: Trinity River Campus

Employee Classification: ISP - Instructional Sup

Position Type: PT - Regular

Grant Funded: No

Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $22.07

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 6:00pm - 10:00pm, can vary based on need. Flexibility is required as part‑time work schedules may vary based on individual campus/departmental needs including evenings and weekends

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a part‑time position, with a maximum of 19.5 hrs. per week

Job Summary

This role is responsible for assisting with instructional tasks in a laboratory setting to assist the teaching staff.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements

• Administers classroom tests to students with disabilities
• Identifies academic needs of students and gives instructions needed to remedy deficiencies in specified discipline
• Helps students with study skills and methods of study
• Responds to technical needs
• Supports and coordinates activities with faculty
• Coordinates and schedules lab usage
• Prepares and maintains classrooms for applicable learning activities

Service Excellence

• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the workspace
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision

Works under the general supervision of the assigned campus leader.

Performs Other Related Tasks as Required.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree or 60 college hours with courses in the specialized field and two (2) years of work experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements, or any equivalent combination of education and work‑related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field
• At least one (1) year’s working experience in a biology laboratory or instructional support role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
• Skilled using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a collaborative environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation / EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.