JOB Learning Assistants are expected to attend an assigned section of a math class to assist students with activities, attend paid trainings, tutor students outside of class, attend weekly meetings with other SLCC Learning Assistants, and attend a weekly pedagogy class. Students may set their own schedule for tutoring students outside of class time. Expected weekly hours are 10-15. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Attend classes with students to establish connection/bonding with the instructors and the students.
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Assist with classroom activities.
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Provie quality learning assistance to students enrolled in an assigned section of a math class.
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Assist instructors with one-on-one planning meetings to ensure that students are remaining engaged and absorbing material.
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Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence in students.
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Work with students in groups providing support and structure in project-based assignments and work with math manipulative classroom aides.
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Teach students study skills, note-taking techniques, and test-taking strategies as needed.
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Participate in training, development opportunities, and other events when available.
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Maintain regular communication with your supervisor and other Learning Assistants.
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Attend required weekly meeting with the instructor(s) and other Learning Assistants.
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Knowledge of mathematics through College Algebra
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Ability to communicate subject matter effectively.
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Application of different learning strategies, including active learning and peer-to-peer techniques.
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Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
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Ability to listen and answer questions during interactions with students.
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Great time management and organizational skills.
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Provide support for content and concept understanding, not direct answers to graded work (e.g. homework projects, quizzes, etc.).
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Be open and available for observations and follow-up conversations.
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Help students learn how to learn the material.
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Demonstrated sensitivity to, respect for, and understanding of the needs of students seeking learning support.
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Ability to follow written and oral instructions effectively.
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Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing, fast-moving educational environment.
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Ability to perform clerical tasks effectively.
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Ability to work well with others and in a team environment.
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Ability to maintain good working relationships across the College.
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Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
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Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- First-generation college student (neither parent has earned a 4-year degree)
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Applicant has recently taken the math class in which they are applying to be a Learning Assistant at SLCC.
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Applicant has attended SLCC for at least one semester.
