Learning Lab Coordinator, Communications

palmbeachstate; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a Learning Lab Coordinator, Communication to oversee the daily operations of the tutoring lab in the discipline area. You will develop, evaluate, and order lab materials and collaborate with managers and faculty to shape programs and services.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of related tutoring or education experience. You will supervise staff, schedule lab activities, tutor and mentor students, and help design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or related field.
• At least two years of related tutoring or education experience.

Responsibilities

• Establishes the schedule and supervises the assigned lab and its operations.
• Guides, leads, reviews, verifies, observes, and trains staff; develops and delivers staff development.
• Coordinates resources with textbook and course syllabus to ensure a successful program; creates lab materials.
• Acts as liaison with departments within area of discipline; promotes lab use by students.
• Tuts and mentors students in the lab, especially within discipline of expertise.
• Participates as active member within the assigned clusters and collaborates with chairs.
• Works with faculty to design, develop, and implement professional programming for student success.
• Maintains current knowledge and travels to trainings and events as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for oversight of daily operations of programs and services within the tutoring lab in the area of discipline. Develops, evaluates, and orders lab or program materials and resources. Reviews lab materials and evaluates usefulness of lab resources on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy of information. Collaborates with managers and faculty in the development of programs and services.

Acceptable education required in one of the following related areas: English, Secondary Education or greater, Communication, Journalism, TESOL, Reading, Developmental Education, Language Arts, Business, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or a similar applicable field of study.

Acceptable related experience to include, but not limited to, teaching, tutoring, training or adult education, developmental education, or curriculum development.

What a day of a Learning Lab Coordinator, Communication looks like:

• Responsible for establishing the schedule and supervision of assigned lab and its operations.
• Guides, leads, reviews, verifies, observes, and the work of direct and indirect reports. Develops and trains staff. Performs needs analysis, arranges, coordinates, delivers, evaluates, and monitors staff development.
• Coordinates resources with textbook and course syllabus to ensure a successful program. Creates lab materials and evaluates usefulness of lab resources on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy of information.
• Acts as liaison with departments within area of discipline. Encourages use of the lab by students through communication with faculty and development of lab orientation programs. Ensures lab services meet the needs of students and instructors.
• Tutors and mentors students in the lab, especially within discipline of expertise.
• Participates as active member within the assigned clusters and collaborates with department chairs.
• Works with faculty and academic leadership team to design, develop, and implement professional programming in support of academic and student success.
• Maintains and enhances current knowledge of field or profession. Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings and professional events outside of college locations, as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree within specific subject area related to the position
• Two years of related experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Delivering a high level of customer service
• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Promoting cooperative behavior and team efforts

Ability to:

• Convey knowledge of tutorial discipline to others in a practical and comprehensive manner
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Research information for problem solving
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrate critical thinking and interpersonal skills

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

Preferred, but not a must:

Education and Experience:

• Experience within an educational environment
• Tutoring experience within subject area
• Supervisory Experience
• College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds
• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

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