Chemistry Specialist (Regular Part-Time)

Westmoreland County Community College; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Chemistry Specialist (Regular Part-Time)

Please be prepared to upload a required resume and provide three (3) professional, not personal references with this application process. The employment application must be completed in its entirety.

Position Information

Position Title: Chemistry Specialist (Regular Part-Time)

Division: Vice President Academic Affairs (DIV)

Department: Job Description

This position is responsible to act as a professional tutor and provide individualized and small group assistance to students who are experiencing difficulty with basic principles and concepts of Chemistry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: JOB SPECIFIC

• Conduct sessions on general science knowledge that will aid students with courses, preparation for labs, and toward the successful completion of exams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: STANDARD TO THE ROLE

• Emphasize and promote general skills of problem solving and decision-making, and critical thinking.
• Assist students in assessing their progress and determining their goals, strengths, and needs, and accommodate as necessary.
• Advise students on effective study skills and habits.
• Assist participants with development of a positive self-concept and orientation toward learning – providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Accurately maintain records on assigned students and submit reports as required.
• Assist students with the use of various learning systems.
• Coordinate and monitor services provided to program participants.
• Refer special problems to appropriate individual(s) (i.e., coordinator, counselor, and/or instructor).
• Prepare and lead workshops for students.
• Meet with instructors to receive up-to-date course information and materials.
• Prepare practice quizzes and exams for individualized learning and success.
• Maintain and develop work-related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional development and cross-training opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date professional credentials, best practices, and current disciplines including continued educational requirements through certifications, seminars, training programs, etc.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participate in departmental meetings, various committees, and professional organizations as required.
• Perform additional grade level duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE AND /OR TRAINING

• Associate degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards in current and prior positions.

CLEARANCES

The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire:

• PA Child History clearance
• PA Criminal Record Check clearance
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Related work experience in higher education working with “at risk” students preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Typically required on a regular basis to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.)

CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job)

• Ability to sit
• Specific visual requirements
• Ability to use both hands
• Ability to communicate orally & to hear conversation

OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job)

• Ability to stand & walk
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to use both legs
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to balance
• Ability to stoop
• Ability to repeatedly bend
• Use of color vision

Salary: $17.93/hour

Schedule Days/Hours: Monday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Tuesday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wednesday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Thursday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Hybrid Schedule Available - Will Vary

Posting Number: S-2023-073-P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 06/09/2023

Job Open Date: 06/09/2023

Job Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please be prepared to upload a required resume and provide three (3) professional, not personal references with this application process. The employment application must be completed in its entirety.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an Associate degree (or advanced/higher degree) in Chemistry or a related field which is required for this position?
  • Yes
  • No

Applicants Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents:

• Additional transcripts 2
• Additional transcripts 3

Westmoreland County Community College
145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697

Westmoreland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity college.