(Full-time) Instructional Program Assistant (Simulation Lab, Grant Funded)

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta College invites applications for an Instructional Program Assistant to support certificated staff across classrooms and labs. The role ensures instructional spaces are prepared for daily activities, assists with demonstrations, and maintains equipment and inventory.

It may involve supervising student workers and coordinating clerical tasks to support instructional objectives. The position emphasizes helping faculty in pre- and post-instruction activities, maintaining safety standards, and

Qualifications

• Supports certificated staff in preparing classrooms, labs, and instructional materials.
• Assists with pre- and post-instructional activities and equipment maintenance.
• Provides clerical support and inventory management for instructional areas.
• Maintains accurate records and supports student assistants or volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with setup of classrooms and labs for daily instruction.
• Restore classrooms and equipment to pre-activity conditions after sessions.
• Assist students in instructional activities in classrooms and labs.
• Supervise students in classrooms, labs, and instructional activities.
• Implement instructional strategies and methods to reinforce concepts.

Skills

Classroom support

Student supervision

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Education

A.A. Degree or equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000. The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average 393,000 vs. California state average of 770,000). Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor’s degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor’s degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success. Classified positions in the California Community College system offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of our students seeking to improve their lives and communities. Our classified staff engage with a diverse employee and student populations, facilitating equitable outcomes for all by implementing and supporting our various employment and academic programs. As a classified staff member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career in classified service at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.

Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities

The Instructional Program Assistant supports certificated staff by performing a variety of responsible and technical support functions involved in the instruction and training of Shasta College students in assigned subject area(s); ensures that assigned classrooms, labs, and other instructional areas are set up for daily instructional purposes and maintained properly; prepares teaching aids, supplies, materials, equipment, and demonstrations in support of instructional objectives; provides responsible record keeping, inventory, and clerical support functions as assigned. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. Employees in this classification may train, supervise, and oversee the work of student assistants or volunteers. This job class serves as an Instructional Program Assistant in support of assigned certificated staff and requires a high degree of practical knowledge and skill in those subject areas to which assigned.

CLASSIFICATION

Range 30 on the current Classified Salary Schedule, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Work assignment hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This is a classified position with a default CalPERS retirement.

SUPERVISOR

Dean of Health Sciences or designee.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

Essential Functions:

• Assists faculty in pre-instructional set-up activities such as preparing classrooms, lab sites, necessary for various instructional activities.


• Assists faculty with post-instructional activities, such as restoring classroom, equipment, to pre-activity conditions.


• Assists faculty in the instruction and training of students in assigned subject areas.


• Assists students in small groups or one-on-one in classrooms, labs, and other instructional areas as assigned.


• Assists students in the performance of classroom, lab, and other instructional activities in conjunction with lesson plans and objectives implemented by assigned instructors.


• Develops and implements instructional strategies and methods designed to reinforce concepts and materials presented by faculty.


• Demonstrates classroom methods, concepts, techniques, and equipment in support of instructional objectives.


• Supervises students in classrooms, labs, and other instructional activities; enforces classroom, lab, and/or safety standards.


• Learn from errors, determine appropriate corrective action, and prevent repeated occurrences.


• Operates various instructional and lab equipment, and instruments and ensures that such equipment is maintained in proper operational condition.


• Organizes and prepares assigned classrooms, labs, and assigned instructional areas for daily operation ensuring that needed materials, supplies, and equipment are available and coordinates proper distribution.


• Exercises responsibility for opening and closing of assigned classrooms, labs, and instructional areas.


• May maintain and oversee the operations of instructional resources; locates and circulates materials and equipment to students, instructors, and the public and ensures their return or follow up on lost or unreturned materials.


• May collect and account for monies received or instructional supplies/materials.


• May clean, repair, overhaul, maintain, and service assigned classroom, lab, and instructional tools, instruments, and equipment related to assigned instructional areas.


• Maintains and monitors computerized inventory levels of instructional/lab supplies, parts, tools, equipment, apparel, or other materials and maintains their proper storage, security, and distribution and reports any missing items or necessary repairs.


• Establishes and maintains accurate records, files, and other information related to assigned instructional activities.


• Assists and participates in campus activities and programs related to assigned areas of instructional support.


• May train, monitor, the work of student assistants or volunteers.


• Provides office support and clerical assistance as required to include computer operations filing, record keeping, data, and report preparation.


• Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles practice, and applications of subject matter or disciplines to which assigned.


• Principles, methods, and procedures of instructing and providing learning opportunities to assigned students.


• Test administration and scoring techniques related to subject matter areas of disciplines to which assigned.


• Record keeping methods and techniques.

Ability to:

• Learn district policies and procedures as applied to assigned instructional areas.


• Perform a variety of instructional assistance and support functions within specific subject matter areas of disciplines.


• Enforce established safety rules, regulations, and procedures.


• Prepare, operate, maintain, and demonstrate classroom and laboratory equipment and materials related to assigned subject area(s).


• Prepare and maintain accurate and up to date records, files, and other documentation.


• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.


• Quickly identify problem areas and situations, isolate problem causes, and take appropriate action to resolve problems identified.


• Understand the needs of assigned students and relates effectively to their needs in a learning environment.


• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions independently.


• Perform arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately.


• Organize and prioritize own work to meet established timelines.


• Train and oversee the work of student assistants as assigned.


• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

Experience/Education

Education Required:

• A.A. Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in appropriate area depending on assignment.