JOB TITLE: STEM Learning Assistant- Work-Study

DEPARTMENT: STEM Sirviendo

PAY RATE: $12.25 per hour 

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 2

Fall 2019

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learning Assistants are undergraduate students who, through the guidance of weekly preparation sessions and a required pedagogy seminar, facilitate discussions among groups of students in the classroom under direct supervision of the SoTL /LA coordinator and Co-Supervised by Faculty in the classroom.  LA's will be responsible for: 

  30% Encouraging learning in the classroom   Assisting students acquire problem solving skills Lead small group discussion geared towards understanding of subject. 20% Attending 1on1 meetings with faculty/supervisor to overview progress, effort and extra support

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

•  Must be a current student of the Community College of Denver, taking at least six hours of credit and awarded work-study funds.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Undergraduate students Must be in and maintain good academic standing. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA Have taken and passed the course they will L.A. for. Eligible for Work Study Funds. Ability to work in fast paced classroom setting. Proficiency in oral and written communication.

TIME COMMITMENT

8-20 hours a week (may not exceed 20 hours per week)

CLOSING DATE:  August 15, 2019

TO APPLY:

Please include the following items with your profile, by clicking New Resume/CV under "Apply" below:

• Cover letter including availability
• Resume
• Class Schedule
• Copy of Work-Study Award Notice
• Copies of Transcripts

Questions? Contact hrep@ccd.edu   

Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment.  CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority.

Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

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Required Skills Required Experience

COMPETENCIES - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

Analytical and Design - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Demonstrates attention to detail. 

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations. 

Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 

Interpersonal Skills/Customer Service - Maintains confidentiality; Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance. 

Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Able to read and interpret written information. 

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Puts success of team above own interests. 

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. 

Judgment and Motivation - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. 

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. 

Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions. 

Adaptability and Initiative - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. 

Attendance/Punctuality and Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.