Instructional Assistant - Learning Resources

American River College; California (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an enthusiastic individual to support students in their academic journey. In this rewarding role, you will assist faculty by providing tutoring in various subjects, ensuring students achieve their goals through personalized guidance. Your responsibilities will include training student workers, managing educational resources, and maintaining supportive learning environments. This position is perfect for those who are passionate about fostering an inclusive atmosphere and helping students from diverse backgrounds succeed. Join a team dedicated to equity and inclusion while making a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• One year experience in tutoring or instructional roles.
• Completion of an Associate's Degree or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in academic knowledge and technical skills.
• Screen, hire, and train student workers; oversee tutoring sessions.

Skills

Tutoring

Instructional Support

Cultural Competence

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

60 semester units in relevant subjects

Tools

Audiovisual Equipment

Office Equipment

Job description

Under general supervision of assigned manager/supervisor, assists faculty by working with students individually or in groups in the improvement of academic knowledge and technical skill, and does related work as required.

American River College is committed to employees:

• Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence.
• Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
• Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
• Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others’ perspectives and lived experiences.

Assists instructors by tutoring students individually and in groups in concept understanding and skills acquisition in a subject area such as mathematics, English, foreign languages, and business and computer applications. Screens, hires, trains, and oversees student workers, including scheduling and assigning tutors; and confers with instructor on student progress, lab procedures, and instructional methods. Assists in maintaining a collection of resource materials; sets up and operates audiovisual equipment; maintains and monitors office equipment in the lab; maintains student attendance and related records, and does payroll forms. Assists in training students in the use of instructional equipment and appropriate learning methods and procedures; and clarifies instructors' assignments. Assists students with computers and software applications; and assists with lab related materials, budgets, purchasing; and performs related duties as required.

EXPERIENCE: One year tutoring, instructional, or work experience related to one or more of the subject areas to which the position is assigned.

EDUCATION: Completion of an Associate's Degree OR 60 semester units (90 quarter units) with an emphasis in one or more of the subject areas to which the position is assigned. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

(Experience Requirement: One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement. Education Requirement: One year of education is equal to 30 semester units.)

Education must be from an accredited institution.

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Letter of Interest

NOTES:

• Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
• Applicants indicating “see resume” on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
• Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
• Applicants, including current Los Rios Community College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts, if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.
• Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts.
• Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents.
• A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.
• Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.

Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.