Direct Wage - Student Learning Assistant

South Texas College

Weslaco, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Concrete, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Distance Learning, Educational Accreditation, Environmental Research, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Internet Research, Internet Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Multicultural, Multitasking, Operations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Research Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Weslaco, Texas

POSTED

30+ days ago

Special Instructions

Dear Applicant,

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* A redaction guide can be found by clicking here.

Please make sure that you omit this information from your application prior to submission. We are advising you that the Office of Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the hiring department as per your submission.

Transcripts
Transcripts must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Foreign transcripts
Applicants submitting employment applications with foreign transcripts must provide transcript equivalency documentation from an approved evaluation service. The evaluation service must be a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The evaluation service links on the following site are provided by South Texas College for your convenience but are not affiliated with South Texas College: NACES Members

Job Description

General Statement of Job

The Student Learning Assistant provides academic learning support for students as directed, including tutoring students, performing other learning support duties, and assisting with the daily operations of the college's learning centers.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Provides educational assistance to students in specific disciplines to improve understanding and comprehension of the subject, working in a center and online as assigned.
Assists in preparation of workshops and materials to enhance student comprehension and supplement course assignments.
Integrates study strategy techniques with course content.
Provides individual and group instruction to students on a variety of subjects using a distance learning format.
Keeps regular and accurate records using required software, related forms, and submits appropriate paperwork in a timely manner.
Engages in the promotion and presentation of information about academic support services and resources at the Centers for Learning Excellence.
Assists in serving as a Centers for Learning Excellence liaison with faculty and staff in the interest of student success, as directed by supervisor.
Participates in required departmental training, workshops, and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required; college certificate or 30 college hours, preferred. Demonstrated mastery of sufficient coursework in subject, earning at least a grade of B required, preferably an A.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, the Windows environment, and internet research skills.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete multiple tasks with attention to detail, within stated deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as a team player within department and with others.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a diverse, multi-cultural student population.
Demonstrated commitment to achieving the vision and mission of South Texas College.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Checks, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Security Sensitive position: All applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy. College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification, preferred.

Physical Requirements

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South Texas College

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