Instructional Associate 11-Month Position

Yuba Community College District; Yuba City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuba Community College District seeks an Instructional Associate 11‑Month to support student learning in basic skills and computer operations. You will develop lesson plans, supervise tutors, manage student appointments, and coordinate with faculty to run the tutoring center.

Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, maintaining records, assisting with program reviews, and helping with equipment and software. A BA and two years experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in language arts, math or related field.
• Two years full-time experience in adult-level skills development program.
• Experience supporting basic skills and tutoring centers is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Present cross curricular curriculum to groups of students in lab and classroom settings.
• Coordinate instructional materials and assignments with instructors; manage tutoring operations.
• Evaluate student work and progress; maintain related records and reports.
• Hire, train and supervise student tutors; schedule tutors and student appointments.
• Assist with program reviews, SLOs/SAOs, and center improvements.

Skills

Basic skills instruction

Computer operations

Tutoring coordination

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in language arts, math or related field

Job description

Instructional Associate 11-Month Position

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment is dependent upon Department of Justice (DOJ) clearance; all fees are the responsibility of the selected candidates and serves the purpose of obtaining a criminal history as authorized by the California Education Code. All prospective employees shall be required to provide verification of TB test.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Instructional Associate 11-Month Position

Location

Job Description

Yuba College is seeking an equity-minded, dynamic, collaborative, and innovative employee to serve as the Instructional Associate-College Success.
BASIC FUNCTION : Under the direction of an appropriate administrator or designee, provide instruction and assistance to students in basic skills, computer operations, instructional software and basic academic skills; develop lesson plans and activities to implement curriculum. Collaborate with faculty coordinators to manage day-to-day operations of the center including supervision of student workers and scheduling of tutors and student appointments. Coordinate with other programs and departments to provide educational support to students across the campus.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :
Present cross curricular curriculum to groups of students in lab and classroom settings including, but not limited to: reading, grammar, vocabulary, math, writing and supplemental instruction. (E)
Coordinate instructional materials and assignments with instructors; recommend goals and improvements as appropriate. (E)
Evaluate student work and student needs; provide instructional support to students. (E)
Record student progress and attendance; prepare and maintain related records and reports in collaboration with IT and A&R as needed. (E)
Operate instructional equipment including computers, assistive technology, computer networks, educational software, copiers, printers and audio-visual equipment. (E)
Coordinate hiring procedures and paperwork for student tutors and temporary tutors. (E)
Interview, hire, train and supervise student front desk workers. (E)
Verify student workers’ hours and serve as a backup time card approver, approve monthly payroll. (E)
Assist with training and scheduling for cross-curricular tutoring.
Promote and explain centers’ practices to students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the public.
Prepare and update center job handbooks for tutors, front desk and Instructional Associates.
Assist in preparation of program review annual updates and assessments of SLOs/SAOs.
Collaborate with faculty coordinators to manage daily operations and supervise tutors. (E)
Schedule tutors work schedules and student appointments and manage traffic flow. (E)
Coordinate with IT as needed to upload current semester courses to student tracking software. (E)
Complete tracking software semester set up including course activation, creating and updating tutor accounts, and entering tutor work hours to enable scheduling. (E)
Collaborate with staff, programs, and departments to develop and present educational workshops.
Participate in basic skills department norming activities.
Explore grant opportunities and assist with writing grants for supplemental funding.
Evaluate student work; assist with and provide instruction to students regarding assignments; administer, grade and record assignments. (E)
Record student progress and attendance; prepare and maintain related records and reports; evaluate student needs; confer with instructors regarding student progress. (E)
Operate instructional equipment including computers, computer networks, educational software, copiers, printers and audio-visual equipment. (E)
Review and recommend purchase of instructional materials. (E) Prepare and distribute instructional materials. (E)
Troubleshoot and monitor computer problems in labs. (E) Revise course descriptions as directed.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Laws, rules and regulations related to operation of a center.
• Laws, rules, and regulations related to hiring of student and non-student temporary workers.
• District structure, policies, and objectives.
• Knowledge of the basic skills theory, writing process and active reading strategies.
• Characteristics of adult learners and approaches and methods for supporting learning in adults.
• Principles of training and providing work direction.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy and cultural awareness.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Language arts or math, computer operations and basic academic skills. Instructional methods and techniques.
• Computer assisted instruction, word processing software and network applications.
• Needs and behavior of students of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds and with mental and physical disabilities.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records and generate reports by learning new software as needed to track daily operations of the center.
• Evaluate student needs and recommend appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Make presentations to groups.
• Prioritize and schedule work for student tutors, temporary tutors, and front desk student workers.
• Work confidentially and with discretion.
• Work with constant interruptions.
• Learn, apply, and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Coordinate with other district and campus programs and departments.
• Generate student employment documents and verify employment eligibility.
• Secure premises, equipment and other property from damage and loss.
• Maintain records, compile and verify data and prepare reports.
• Provide instruction and assistance to student in basic skills, computer operations and basic academic skills.
• Develop lesson plans and activities to implement curriculum.
• Operate instructional computers, software and audio-visual equipment. Evaluate student needs and recommend
• appropriate instructional materials.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines. Plan and organize work.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree in language arts, math or related field and two years full-time experience in adult-level skills development program.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

ENVIRONMENT :
Tutoring Center, lab, office, and/or classroom environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES :

• Communicating in person and electronically to effectively exchange information and make presentations.
• Reading a variety of materials.
• Operating a computer keyboard and other modern office equipment.
• Sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods of time.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Lifting objects up to 25 pounds.

HAZARDS :
Contact with irate or dissatisfied individuals.

Range/Step

Range/Step Range 31 (CSEA Salary Schedule) 11-month position

- Telework Program - Some classifications may have the ability to work remotely or within a hybrid schedule

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Commitment to Diversity

Special Instructions to Applicants

PRE - EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS : Employment is dependent upon Department of Justice ( DOJ ) clearance; all fees are the responsibility of the selected candidates and serves the purpose of obtaining a criminal history as authorized by the California Education Code. All prospective employees shall be required to provide verification of TB test.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Diversity/Equity Statement
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Resume or CV
• Additional Transcripts
• Letter of Interest

Yuba Community College District,
3301 E. Onstott Road,
Yuba City, CA 95991
http://www.yccd.edu
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