Instructional Assistant Ii, Cosmetology

Position: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II, COSMETOLOGY
POSITION SUMMARY

The Instructional Assistant II, Cosmetology reports to the Division Dean, Business and Workforce Development at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 10.5 months per year;
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position is represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 363.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide instructional assistance and support services relating to tutoring, learning techniques and skill development to students in a classroom or laboratory setting in support of cosmetology instructions and in accordance with assignments and instructions from an instructor or other academic personnel; work is performed within a framework of established District procedures; assigned duties are delegated by an instructor in accordance with the State of California Education Code.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Instructional Assistant II, Cosmetology is an experienced level class requiring the Cosmetology license. Positions in this class are characterized by direct involvement in the instructional program working directly with students in a cosmetology laboratory setting. Incumbents may also prepare or produce instructional materials that require special skills and abilities. This class may serve as a lead to others providing similar support services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist students with classroom and laboratory assignments, exercises and tests under the direction of an instructor or other academic personnel.

2. Provide students with individualized or small group assistance, guidance and study strategies for the development and improvement of basic skills appropriate to course content, as established by prescribed procedures.

3. Explain and clarify learning activities to students; advise students on improved study methods; clarify concepts, principles, techniques and terminology.

4. Continuously assess and evaluate learning needs and prescribe appropriate learning materials to be used by students, in accordance with instructor’s approval.

5. Monitor individual progress of students and discuss problems and improvements with instructor.

6. Support student retention by reviewing individual completion of learning activities, monitoring attendance and contacting student as necessary.

7. Refer students to other campus and community support services and programs as appropriate.

8. Recommend and demonstrate procedures and techniques, revision of materials and changes in instructional activities utilizing first-hand knowledge of student needs and problems.

9. Orient students on the procedures and equipment available within the classroom or laboratory facility.

10. Provide students with assistance and training in the routine operation of equipment and use of materials including computer and laser disk applications and monitor for appropriate use and security.

11. Prepare, operate and maintain instructional equipment including performing minor operational troubleshooting.

12. Administer and score standardized and diagnostic tests as well as progress tests, examinations and practicals; determine skill levels based on test results and plan individualized learning activities in conjunction with faculty.

13. Prepare and maintain a variety of statistical reports and records on activities for student and program evaluation.

14. Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials, scoring tests, recording and averaging grades and maintaining student records, files and inventories.

15. Provide input to faculty for the determination of grades, units and credit.

16. Prepare and deliver oral presentations and laboratory assistance to various groups on learning procedures, services and facilities upon request.

17. Assist in monitoring expenditures within fund allocations, in procuring and evaluating new or replacement equipment, software, books or other materials and supplies for instructional and laboratory use.

18. Assist with inventory for equipment supplies.

19. Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

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