POOL Instructional Assistant ; Math Help Desk

Overview

[POOL] Instructional Assistant 1 (Math Help Desk) – This is a pooled/ongoing recruitment pool. Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis and qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents:
Resume and Unofficial Academic Transcript (if needed to meet minimum qualifications). If your transcript is issued in a language other than English, please include a translated copy.

Position Title:

[POOL] Instructional Assistant 1 (Math Help Desk)

Department:
Department Learning Center

Appointment Type:
Part-Time Hourly

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Position FTE: N/A

Location:

Albany Campus, Albany, OR

Salary Grade: 14

Salary Rate: $18.25/hour

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

• Contributes to student academic success and completion by assisting students in their study of mathematics and applied mathematics courses. Uses Socratic questioning to improve critical thinking, problem solving, study strategies and ability to connect mathematical concepts to applications.
• Assists students with all math classes from basic math through calculus by answering questions about math problems, activities, and math aids such as graphing calculators.
• Supports students in applied math classes by explaining and modeling effective study strategies. Provides answers in multiple ways to meet learner needs. Shows enthusiasm for using mathematics.
• Welcomes students to Math instructional support services and helps integrate them into college by explaining how to use the Math Help Desk, Math Angle, or Math Café.
• Maintains a positive, student-centered learning environment by learning students’ names and fostering opportunities for collaborative study.
• Encourages a growth mindset toward learning mathematics and models effective math study habits such as note taking, use of course materials, time management, and test preparation.
• Provides students with additional resources and explanations to foster learner confidence and persistence and reduce math anxiety.
• Promotes student use of the check-in system (Tutortrac) and keeps an accurate tally of student use by class and time of day.
• Informs students about math courses and Learning Center procedures. Refers students to Learning Center and other campus resources as needed.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings and training to meet CRLA certified tutor standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the qualifications for this position.

• Must have successfully completed differential and integral calculus (MTH 251 and MTH 252) with a C or better.
• Requires AA/AS degree plus the equivalent of one year, full-time related experience; or three years full-time related experience;
  • OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position.
• An AA/AS in mathematics or related is preferred.
• Satisfactory completion of coursework in statistics and physical sciences (chemistry and physics) is also preferred.

• Requires current knowledge of mathematics and the ability to shift rapidly between questions from widely different areas.
• Must have successfully completed differential and integral calculus with a C grade or higher.
• Requires knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.
• Must have a working knowledge of instructional practices and techniques sufficient to tutor students on an informal level.
• Requires basic knowledge of LBCC mathematics curriculum.
• Must have strong communication skills and the…