Hourly - Instructional Assistant - Oceanography/Geology/Environmental Science

Overview Provide instructional, technological and clerical support to the learning process. Positions are temporary, hourly positions. Need is for day and evening hours. Responsibilities Prepare demonstration material for faculty instruction. Tutor individual students and small groups of students in fundamental and advanced areas of knowledge and facilitate student study groups. Work with individual students to develop effective study skills. Assign and oversee work study and student help. Respond to student questions requiring an in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, course concepts and learning objectives. Monitor special tests. Monitor student progress in achieving learning objectives and provide instructors with feedback and evaluation of student progress. Maintain student records, appointment schedules and laboratory schedules. Maintain and repair lab facilities and equipment. Instruct and supervise students in a scheduled laboratory section. Score and grade tests and laboratory experiences in order to provide a laboratory grade to the faculty. Recommend the purchase of lab supplies, materials, equipment and software. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Oceanography, Environmental Science, Geology, Meteorology or related field or in limited circumstances, the equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Related work experience desirable. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Expertise in handling and treatment of harmful chemicals, substances and equipment specific to the lab they work in, as appropriate, required Demonstrated ability to work with students of varying ages, cultures, and knowledge base. Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas, principles and concepts effectively in individual or small group settings. Demonstrated computer literacy skills at an intermediate level including ability to utilize and apply Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as specialized software programs and computer applications essential to the learning process e.g. the College’s Learning Management System and ERP (Colleague). Knowledge of information research strategies. Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and faculty. Demonstrated interpersonal skills to facilitate discussion and learning in individual, small group, and lab/instructional settings. Fluency in a second language may be required. Discipline specific skills test may be required. Ability to travel to other sites as needed. Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations: Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities. Application Documents Cover Letter, Other, Resume Pay Rate $21.36/hr #J-18808-Ljbffr Brookdale Community College