Part-Time Lab Faculty Specialist, Academic Support Center

West Valley-Mission Community College District; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 403,891 - 583,634; Part time

Job summary

West Valley-Mission Community College District in Saratoga, California is seeking a Part-Time Lab Faculty Specialist for the Academic Support Center. This role requires developing strong relationships with students, enhancing their learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in a relevant field and be dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities include direct instruction, supervision of lab activities, and maintaining records. The position offers a dynamic environment focused on student support and success.

Qualifications

• Possess a master's degree relevant to learning assistance or tutoring.
• Understand diverse backgrounds of community college students.
• Ability to foster a positive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct instruction in the Academic Support Center.
• Supervise and manage lab activities.
• Assist with recruitment and evaluation of instructors and staff.
• Maintain accurate records as per state requirements.

Skills

Student relationship building

Innovative thinking

Team collaboration

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Part-Time Lab Faculty Specialist, Academic Support Center

Missions College is seeking a part-time Lab Faculty Specialist in the Academic Support Center (ASC). The successful candidate(s) will be skilled at developing rapport and building productive relationships with students and campus colleagues for the primary purpose of connecting them with ASC programs and services. This person must be an innovative thinker who is self-directed and a creative team player who can develop and implement services that contribute to student success and persistence.

The Academic Support Center offers high-quality services in a variety of formats to meet individual student needs, including in-person and online tutoring through drop-in sessions and appointments across a wide range of disciplines, as well as assistance with study strategies. In the classroom, the ASC’s Embedded Tutoring program provides individualized attention during class activities, increasing participation and engagement. The ASC Tutoring Program is a Level II International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC) holder with the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA).

Part-Time, Associate Faculty Pool

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, a District representative will contact you.

Assignment

This position is a part-time Lab Faculty Specialist for the Tutoring Center. Lab Faculty Specialists perform direct instruction of students in laboratory courses and/or in learning assistance/tutorial centers. Duties include instructing students in an instructional environment; supervising and managing lab activities; coordinating scheduling of equipment and supplies; and training support staff.

Assignments are needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters.

Work location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of a workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. It is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $36,191–$52,297 per semester and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – Possess one of the following:
  • Any master’s degree level discipline in which the Academic Support Center (ASC) provides learning assistance or tutoring; or
  • A master’s degree in education, educational psychology, or instructional psychology, or another master’s degree with emphasis in adult learning theory.
• Understanding and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in tutoring.
• Ability to work cooperatively within the college community.
• Ability to foster a positive working environment free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Ability to demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual.
• Ability to observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and College.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform direct instruction of students in the Academic Support Center.
• Maintain accurate class, department, and other records conforming to state requirements and made for district and college needs.
• Participate in the Program Review and participate in SLO assessment and evaluation, using the results to continuously improve student learning.
• Submit necessary reports such as attendance, grade reports, budget reports, rosters, class, and office schedules.
• Assist in recruitment, hiring, orientation, and evaluation of full-time associate and substitute instructors and staff.
• Assist the Dean in the development of curriculum/programs and the implementation of the curriculum approval process at the department level.
• Assist the Division Chair or supervising administrator in preparing class schedule(s) for the department/program and final preparation of the published schedule.
• Assist in preparing the semester work schedule for faculty and staff.
• Act as a facilitator regarding student, staff, administrative, and public concerns and inform the Dean of the nature, status, and actions taken.
• Establish and maintain close liaison with appropriate campus departments to stay abreast of instructional and education needs, coordinating the open lab program’s efforts to meet those needs.
• Represent the respective instructional department when necessary on district and college committees.
• Assist in maintaining supplies inventories, equipment, site licenses, and software in computer labs and related classrooms; diagnose, identify, and repair software and equipment malfunctions/problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned in consultation with the Dean.
• Post and maintain office hours each week.
• Assume institutional responsibilities essential to the ongoing operation and effective achievement of department, division, college and district programs.

Application Information

• All materials must be submitted online, including:
  • An online West Valley-Mission Community College District application;
  • Resume;
  • Unofficial copies of transcripts;
  • District Equivalency Application, if applicable;
  • Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
• All sections of the online application (Education and Educational Work History) must be completed thoroughly.
• Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone number(s) must be included.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Do NOT send unrequested materials; unrequested materials will be removed from consideration.
• The application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as-needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.
• Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
• Applications will remain in the online system for 1 year. Each year, part-time pools will be refreshed and applicants notified of opportunities to re-submit application.
• Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
• The district reserves the right to contact former, current, and most recent employers, and other references to investigate past employment records of applicants.
• Upon hire, the successful candidate must provide identity and authorization to work documents and attest eligibility to work in the United States.
• Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit official transcripts.
• The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Requisition Specific Questions

• Required Documents
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts
• Optional Documents
  • Additional Transcripts
  • Other Related Licenses or Certificates