Academic Resource Specialist Job Okmulgee area,Oklahoma USA,Education / Teaching

Academic Resource Specialist

Academic Resource Center - Okmulgee, OK 74447

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category Accounting

Description

General

Summary:

Under the direction of the Academic Dean, the Academic Resource Specialist is responsible for monitoring the day-to-day operations of the Academic Resource Center and assisting students with course and laboratory assignments in a tribal college setting. Other duties include but are not limited to policy and program planning, development and evaluation, and acting as a liaison with a variety of publics on and off campus in a manner that is consistent with the College Mission, Native Core Values, and College goals and objectives.

This position is funded by a Title III Grant.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide educational assistance in specific discipline (GED, math, English, etc.) to student(s) which include improving understanding and comprehension of subject; assist in preparation of course assignments.

Assist in tracking students performance.

May assist in development of tutoring plans or identified problem areas.

Assist with the preparation of instructional material, set up lab equipment, and act as a learning facilitator via customized workshops and learning sessions for individuals and/or groups.

Record, track and maintain related student records, logs and database(s); responsible for preparing forms and reports as required.

Collaborate with Retention Committee to establish goals and recommend ways to improve services.

Develop and maintain an inventory system for instructional materials and equipment, including computer hardware and software. Coordinate the distribution and retrieval of print and non-print classroom resources in self-paced learning environment. Maintain usage records and monitor material return.

Maintain a thorough and current knowledge of all federal, state, institutional and other regulations, policies, guidelines.

Be active in relevant professional organizations.

Participate in College committees as assigned.

Outcomes and products will be consistent with Board of Regents Policy.

Perform duties in an effective and efficient manner; be motivated, conscientious, thorough, accurate and reliable with respect to attendance.

Exhibit exemplary oral communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Effective problem solving ability; willingness to assume leadership in promoting good public service skills.

Self-initiating individual possessing effective organizational planning and interpersonal skills.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Leave should not be taken during trimesters when classes are in session.

Qualifications

Job Specifications:

Minimum Requirements Bachelors Degree in Education or a related field. Ability to coordinate overlapping projects and deadlines required. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills required. Experience in report development and data interpretation; tribal experience, and knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Preferred Requirements Bachelors in Education or Math from an accredited higher education institution and 3 years of experience.

Special Considerations Ability to speak the Muscogee (Creek) language is preferable but not a requirement. Native American and Veteran preference.

Licensure (if appropriate):
Valid Drivers License.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Public Relations:

Important attributes of any employee of the Muscogee Nation, along with the official performance of duties, are personal appearance and public relations. Each employee is expected to make every effort to be well-informed about the institution, pleasant, courteous and cooperative and to act in a manner to command respect of co-workers and all other personnel. An optimistic attitude, patience and tolerance will help each employee in nearly all situations at the institution.