Instructional Associate, Design
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MiraCosta College is seeking an Instructional Associate in Design to support the Design Department on the Oceanside Campus. The role involves setting up labs, demonstrating learning exercises, and assisting instructors with technical equipment, including computers, hardware, tools, and software.
Responsibilities include supervising student workers, coordinating lab schedules, ensuring safety, and assisting in budgeting and procurement for lab materials.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in area of specialty; one year related work experience or equivalent.
- Experience providing instructional assistance to students and labs.
- Familiarity with design software and fabrication equipment.
Responsibilities
- Develop, set up, explain and demonstrate learning exercises and instructional materials.
- Assist instructors and students with technical equipment in the lab.
- Monitor safety, enforce lab policies and supervise labs.
- Schedule and manage lab activities and inventories.
- Provide training to student workers and assistants.
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Job Title
Instructional Associate, Design
Classified/Staff
Regular Position
One regular, full-time position, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Oceanside Campus. The normal work schedule will be 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation.
The first-level interviews with the screening and interview committee will be conducted via Zoom. The second-level interviews may be conducted in person or via Zoom.
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite.
The District may consider an individual’s request to temporarily reside outside the State of California or beyond the 200-mile limit on a case‑by‑case basis, provided it does not exceed 12 consecutive months.
Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad
California
MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome candidates who share our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility ( IDEA ). Learn more about our values and initiatives on our IDEA website and in our IDEA policy.
We are committed to creating a racially just campus climate where all identities and cultures are respected and affirmed. MiraCosta actively works to close equity gaps for disproportionately impacted communities, including: Latinx/Chicanx, Black/African American, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, Native American, LGBTQIA+, Veterans, Former Foster Youth, Adult Learners, and students from low socioeconomic status backgrounds.
As a Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) since 2013, MiraCosta supports the success of Latinx and first‑generation college students. We are also a veteran‑ and military‑supportive institution and an Achieving the Dream Leader College.
The successful candidate will join a college that values community and equity, and offers robust, culturally responsive programming—including heritage month events and speaker series—through our Social Justice and Equity Center.
Starting at $84,108 per year (range 25, step 1), with annual salary step increases up to step 5.
- The district covers 100% of the costs for medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and their dependents.
- $100,000 Life Insurance Policy
- Up to $250 of monthly benefit credits to help pay for various voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, dependent care flexible spending account ( FSA ), & Health Reimbursement Arrangement ( HRA ).
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and up to 18 Paid Holidays
- Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Participation in the District’s Early Retirement Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Fee Reimbursement
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Under general supervision, assist within the Design Department by performing complex technical work in an instructional learning environment for a highly technical or complex vocational or academic subject area; exercise judgment and initiative in coordinating labs and other instructional facilities and materials of the assigned area of learning; oversee the work of other support staff and student workers; and perform related duties as assigned.
An Instructional Associate is distinguished from an Instructional Assistant in that an incumbent in the former class assumes greater responsibility for more technical aspects of a learning program, perform at a skilled level with a considerable degree of independence and operate various and complex apparatus, equipment and machines. An Instructional Associate must possess extensive technical or academic training and experience in the field of specialty and provide work direction and training to student workers and Instructional Assistants.
- Develop, set up, explain and demonstrate learning exercises and instructional materials to aid in student comprehension of course work; present information to students and instructional personnel in a logical, accurate and interesting manner; provide information on available learning resources.
- Assist instructors, staff and students in the use of a variety of technical and specialized equipment, materials and supplies in an instructional laboratory setting, including computer hardware and software applications and hand and power equipment and tools applicable to an assigned instructional area; design, modify and enforce lab procedures and policies; issue and check in tools and equipment to students and others.
- Monitor students in class work procedures; encourage student participation; check student work; demonstrate safety and emergency procedures in classroom, lab and workshop situations; ensure security of lab materials, equipment, machinery and computers.
- Establish and monitor lab schedules; set up and supervise labs; prepare and issue materials; dispose of materials, check in tools, equipment and materials; maintain appropriate records.
- Provide work direction and training to Instructional Assistants and student workers or interns; verify payroll records; ensure that Instructional Assistants and student workers possess applicable licenses or certifications required to perform duties to be assigned.
- Develop or assist in developing department budgets; research and interview vendors; coordinate purchases and other expenditures; monitor accounts and request transfer of funds as appropriate; maintain records and prepare related reports.
- Order, receive, catalog and store instructional supplies, materials and equipment; direct and participate in inventory of equipment and materials, ensuring that adequate quantities are available for use, as required; mark equipment with approved identification; provide technical assistance in the preparation of specifications for equipment and material purchases; research vendors to assess new equipment and supplies and recommend selections as requested.
- Maintain learning environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition; make and/or coordinate complex or technical repairs and adjustments to equipment and tools, some of which may be potentially hazardous such as kilns, automotive shop equipment and sculpture, woodworking and foundry equipment; monitor student use and provide guidance to ensure sound techniques and safe operations; answer technical questions; enforce lab/studio/shop procedures and policies; create specialized tools, instruments, equipment or facilities as needed.
- Operate and instruct others in the safe and effective use of a variety of technical or specialized equipment related to area of specialty including computers, specialized equipment and soft-ware, and hand and power tools and equipment, as required.
- Demonstrate safety and emergency procedures in a lab/studio/shop setting; ensure the safe storage, use and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials; post and update Materials Safety Data Sheets to ensure compliance with district safety policies and procedures, as required.
- Stay abreast of trends and advancements in applicable subject area and make recommendations to faculty on instructional changes and new technologies and equipment that should be considered to ensure continued relevance of learning programs.
- Participate in the planning, design and construction of department instructional facilities.
- Assist in developing recruitment programs for prospective and continuing students; assist in recruiting students for assigned programs through industry organizations, committees and area high schools as assigned.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Subject matter areas at an advanced level applicable to area of assignment including, where applicable, concepts, work methods and processes, tools and equipment used in the subject area.
- Advanced methods and practices of student instruction and tutoring.
- Methods and procedures for diagnosing and resolving minor computer hardware/software and equipment problems in a classroom or laboratory environment.
- District policies, practices and procedures for budgeting, purchasing and materials management.
- Basic reference materials and library research techniques.
- Recordkeeping methods and techniques.
- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work, including those applicable to an assigned lab/studio/shop including the safe mixing, storage, use and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biohazards.
- Written and oral communication skills including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Provide effective instructional support to faculty and guidance to students in subject matter areas applicable to area of assignment.
- Organize, set priorities and exercise sound, independent judgment within areas of responsi-bility.
- Read, understand, interpret and apply department or college rules, policies and technical materials relating to assigned field.
- Instruct or tutor students effectively to foster enthusiasm for learning; accurately, thoroughly and clearly answer students’ subject matter, equipment use and technology questions.
- Properly set up, operate and demonstrate the correct and safe operation and use of tools, materials and equipment used in assigned subject area.
- Train, demonstrate, inspect, enforce and monitor safe work practices and safety compliance by instructors, staff, student employees and students in a lab/shop/studio environment with potentially hazardous equipment and toxic substances.
- Plan, schedule, train and review the work of student assistants.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Operate a computer and standard business software.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.
To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in area of specialty and one year of related work experience; or an associate degree and four years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
NOTE : For work experience, one “year” is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months, or at least 2,080 hours.
- Experience with providing instructional assistance to students.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a design related discipline.
- Experience in a related industry.
- Experience working with the following software: AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, SketchUp, Photoshop, Fusion 360.
- Experience operating 3D printers, Laser Cutters, CNC machines, Wood cutting power tools
- Experience ordering, receiving, cataloging and storing supplies, materials and equipment.
- Experience repairing and constructing prototyping equipment.
- Experience teaching or tutoring design students.
- Experience documenting design work using digital technologies and software.
WORK DIRECTION , LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : Instructional Assistants, student workers and volunteers.
CONTACTS : Faculty, students, coworkers, vendors, other departments and members of the community.
Frequent standing, walking, bending and stooping; frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more; ability to operate equipment and hand and power tools applicable to assigned areas of responsibility; ability to work at a computer, including repetitive use of a computer keyboard, mouse or other control devices; ability to travel to a variety of locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.
Primarily indoor office, classroom, instructional lab/studio/shop environments; may be subject to equipment and chemical hazards, fumes, loud noise, dust, extreme temperatures; subject to frequent contact and interruptions by individuals in person or by phone; intermittent exposure to angry and/or verbally aggressive individuals; may be required to work during day and/or evening hours on an as-needed basis; may work at any college location.
- * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? No
Yes - * MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We strive to be a model for equity and inclusion, effectively supporting students and employees from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds who possess a range of abilities, academic preparation, and life experiences. Describe your qualifications and experiences that have prepared you to effectively interact with people who may have a different background than yours (e.g., racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, disability, etc.). (Open Ended Question)
- * MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months. I understand the district’s residency requirement as stated above.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
- Transcript 4
- Formal Agency Evaluation - Non-U.S. Transcripts
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