What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Biology Specialist (Regular Part-Time) position at Westmoreland County Community College?
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Westmoreland County Community College is looking to fill a regular part-time (19hrs/wk) Human Biology Specialist position. This position is responsible to act as a professional tutor and provide individualized and small group assistance to students who are experiencing difficulty with basic principles and concepts related to biology of the Human body and living organisms.
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and Friday between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Benefits include 7 paid holidays, Retirement, Employee Assistance Program & Tuition Waiver.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: JOB SPECIFIC
- Conduct sessions on general science knowledge that will aid students with courses, preparation for labs, and toward the successful completion of exams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: STANDARD TO THE ROLE
- Emphasize and promote general skills of problem solving and decision-making, and critical thinking.
- Assist students in assessing their progress and determining their goals, strengths, and needs, and accommodate as necessary.
- Advise students on effective study skills and habits.
- Assist participants with development of a positive self-concept and orientation toward learning – providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Accurately maintain records on assigned students and submit reports as required.
- Assist students with the use of various learning systems.
- Coordinate and monitor services provided to program participants.
- Refer special problems to appropriate individual(s) (i.e., coordinator, counselor, and/or instructor).
- Prepare and lead workshops for students.
- Meet with instructors to receive up to date course information and materials.
- Prepare practice quizzes and exams for individualized learning and success.
- Accurately maintain records and submit reports as required.
- Maintain and develop work related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional development and cross training opportunities.
- Maintain up-to-date with professional credentials, best practices and current disciplines including continued educational requirements through certifications, seminars, training programs, etc.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participate in departmental meetings, various committees and professional organizations as required.
- Perform additional grade level duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING
- Associate degree in Human Biology or related field required.
- Related work experience in higher education working with “at risk” students preferred.
- Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards in current and prior positions.
CLEARANCES
The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire:
- PA Child History clearance
- PA Criminal Record Check clearance
- FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance
Westmoreland County Community College is an EEO/AA Employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.41 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person