Learning Specialist

Eastern Florida State College; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Life insurance

Job summary

Eastern Florida State College on the Palm Bay Campus is seeking a part-time Learning Specialist (Writing) to support students in the Academic Success Center. The hourly rate is $16.00, with up to 28 hours per week.

A Bachelor’s degree and strong tutoring/teaching experience in writing are required, along with basic computer skills and the ability to work with high-risk students. Evening and weekend availability may be required; fingerprinting will be required at the candidate’s expense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Tutoring/teaching experience in writing-related skills.
• Basic computer skills and patience to work with high-risk students.
• Valid Florida Driver’s license required.
• Fingerprinting required and candidate pays fee ($36).
• Understanding of Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and assist students in developing college-level writing skills.
• Interact with and support students in the Academic Success Center.
• Contribute to operations of the center and related duties.

Skills

Tutoring experience

Writing support

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Office Of Human Resources

Position Title Learning Specialist (Writing) - Academic Success Center, Palm Bay

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the part-time position of Learning Specialist on the Palm Bay Campus in Palm Bay, Florida.

Salary & Benefit

The hourly rate is $16.00. This position has been approved for up to 28 hours per week. This position is eligible for regular part-time benefits (i.e. vacation, life insurance, etc.).

Position Concept

Provide academic support and perform various duties in the operation of the Academic Success Center. Interact with and assist students in developing college level writing skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and an excellent command of subject matter related to position.
• Tutoring/teaching experience in skills required.
• Basic computer skills and patience to work with High-Risk students.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase.*

*High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications

• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to access, input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
• Works inside in an office environment.
• Evening and weekend assignments may be required.

Notes

Applications will be accepted until filled; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.

Contact Human Resources

Eastern Florida State College Human Resources 1519 Clearlake Road Cocoa, FL 32922

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Florida Relay: 1-800-955-8770
Email: [e-mail]

Nondiscrimination Statement: Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age,race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veteran status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Accreditation Statement: Eastern Florida State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and associate degrees,as well as specialized certificate programs. Questions about the accreditation of Eastern Florida State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Collegesat 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on the SACSCOC's website.