What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning Center Instructional Specialist-Peosta position at Northeast Iowa Community College?
To fully support the mission of Northeast Iowa Community College. To provide instruction and academic support in a learner-centered environment and to promote student success and persistence. To carry out assigned responsibilities to ensure academic programs are sustainable and aligned with accreditation standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Previous teaching experience at the secondary or post-secondary level preferred. Education, direct applicable experience, or a combination of both in the content area(s) of Math, Science, Nursing, Writing, Reading, and/or Study Skills required. Knowledge and experience with Northeast Iowa Community College or other community college system preferred. The successful candidate will possess the ability to engage, inspire, and challenge students through their commitment and passion for excellence in teaching and student achievement.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide academic instruction and coaching within an assigned content area (math, science, nursing, writing, reading, study skills) for students seeking support in the Learning Center to foster student learning and improve student retention.
Collaborate with credit and non-credit instructors, academic and student support services departments and staff, and others to help ensure students are provided with individualized support and the resources they need for success.
Respond to student requests using active and diverse instructional strategies to facilitate student learning and support individual learning styles.
Assist students in developing and applying learning and study skills.
Create and deliver instructional support utilized in an individual, group, or workshop environment in a face-to-face and/or online format.
Assist learners in achieving individualized goals including high school equivalency, adult literacy, English-language support, college credit and/or non-credit coursework.
Establish and maintain mentoring relationships with learners to help overcome barriers to their success.
Demonstrate and practice cultural sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse student population and college environment.
Stay current with course material or course expectations in the specific subject area, and utilize technology, web-based resources and/or online tutoring platforms when assisting students and performing job duties.
Assist students with use of college learning management systems and other web or technology resources when requested.
Maintain accurate and timely records.
Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the mission of NICC.
Support the Learning Center mission and objectives while participating in the development and assessment of student learning outcomes.
Participate in professional development activities, training and meetings to advance skills, knowledge and abilities as they relate to the position.
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with colleagues to develop successful partnerships and foster a respectful and productive work environment
Participate in activities to promote enrollment and retention of students.
Develop and deliver services to promote a learner-centered environment and refer students to appropriate college resources for additional support when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
