Academic Support Lead, English

Job Description

Compensation Type: Salaried
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Compensation: $37,440.00
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The Academic Support Lead in English, specifically for the Reading and Writing Lab, performs the duties of a Learning Support Specialist. The Academic Support Lead tutors in-person and works with students, faculty, and staff, either one-on-one or in small groups, to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of the assigned subject matter. This position works with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space. The Academic Support Lead provides general administrative, clerical, and project support for the Reading and Writing Lab, as well as helping with the training and support of Reading and Writing Lab staff. The incumbent must have a strong command of the subject matter and be able to communicate it effectively to students using a variety of methods and teaching tools.
The Reading and Writing Lab is open for service Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. There is an expectation that the Academic Support Lead will work some evening and Saturday hours.
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Tutoring
Supplements

the

understanding

and

command

of

developmental reading and writing for

which

the students,

faculty,
and
staff are

seeking

assistance.
Tutors for developmental level courses in discipline area of expertise only.
Helps

students

to

develop

and

apply

appropriate

learning

and

study

skills.

Meets with students and faculty for walk-in and scheduled appointment times.

Collaborates

with college

instructors

to

generate

participation in

tutoring

and
follows

up

with

students

that

instructors

have

engaged

in

tutoring

to

identify additional academic needs and provide support, if necessary.
Administrative/ Clerical/Project Support
Maintains

documentation

of

all

tutoring

sessions.
Assists

with

the

scheduling

of appointments and the monitoring of the Reading and Writing Lab phone, if applicable.
Helps with maintenance of tutoring schedule with Site Coordinator(s).
Generates department reports for tutoring and maintains documentation of tutoring interactions.
Assists with Reading and Writing Lab programming,

outreach,

marketing,

and

updating

of

the

website and Blackboard organization.
Provides course instructor(s) with communication/information

that

can

be

used

to

facilitate

student

learning

of course content.
Maintains and organizes tutoring documents and materials, ordering copies when needed.
Organizes the ordering and storing of office supplies as needed. Initiates work orders such as housekeeping, general maintenance, etc. and follows through until completion.
Advanced use and implementation

of the College's tutoring
software.
Continuous
Learning

&
Mentoring
Maintains a thorough knowledge of the course material, as well as multiple instructional

methodologies,

to

accommodate

various

student

learning

styles.
Attends tutor training sessions and professional development that benefit

the Reading and Writing Lab, its staff and visitors.
Provides training and support to LSS, LSS II, Peer Tutors and Supplemental Instructional Leaders.
Assists with planning of staff meetings and professional development

for

Reading and Writing Lab

staff.

Assists

with

technical

support

of

tutoring software and reports.
Works in close collaboration with academic department leadership and faculty leads on Reading and Writing Lab content.
Culture

of
Respect
Fosters

and

maintains

a

safe

environment

of

respect

and

inclusion

for

faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Attends all required departmental meetings and trainings.
Holds special study sessions upon the request of instructors, students, Departmental English Lead Faculty, or
Department Chair.
Other

duties

as

required.
*Regular,

predictable, and

punctual

attendance

is

required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in English or a related
field.
One (1) year of experience of
developmental reading and
writing tutoring or teaching
.
LICENSES AND
CERTIFICATIONS
State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work
site(s).
*
An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework and experience may qualify a
candidate.
WORKING
CONDITIONS
Normal office and classroom working
environment.
*CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Union (If Applicable):
Scheduled Hours:
40
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