1. Promotes professional and academic advancement such as: assists to develop Balance Scorecard goals and objectives, maintains current knowledge in the fields of education and simulation, and keeps up on simulation literature, studies, and cutting edge advancements through the use of the Health Sciences Library and their research services. Participates in simulation based research and collaborates with other Simulation Educators/Coordinators by joining related associations, attending simulation conferences and by taking relevant training courses.

2. The Education Specialist will provide instruction of simulation programs within scope of

medical knowledge. He/she will:

a) Have a detailed understanding of the learning objectives for the specific course for which he/she instructs.

b) Lead debriefing discussion at the end of simulation scenarios. He/she must provide a supportive climate and positive learning environment where students feel valued, respected, and free to learn in a dignified environment.

c) Will determine learners who are having difficulty with subject matter and assist as necessary providing feedback to the learner or the course director.

d) Assist with collecting reliable data for evaluating learners' performances through: observational ratings of learner performance (anecdotal notes, customized notations) and through formal assessment instruments (i.e. checklists).

3. Duties include but not limited to:

a) Setting up and taking down of computers, all simulators, including screen-based simulation programs, procedural task training models, virtual reality simulators and full body computerized manikins, clinical and teaching equipment, and complex audio-visual system.

b) Provides and implements solutions to enhance the delivery of simulation based education through technological developments and creation of artifacts, such as moulage, props, and wardrobe.

c) Troubleshoots clinical simulation technologies associated audio visual equipment so that training courses run smoothly.

d) Demonstrate the operation of equipment within the center to others and maintains competence with the equipment.

e) Maintaining and resupplying inventory and equipment as necessary

f) Scheduling, organizing and maintaining the simulation space

g) Performing other project support as needed to support daily simulation center activities.

h) Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of equipment, supplies, and materials requested for the operation of CESI.

i) Supports CESI in all areas; including community outreach programs; (example: National Guard and Boy Scouts) including conducting tours of the facility.

j) Maintains the CESI as a clean, safe, and optimal learning environment

k) Accountable for own advancement (formal or informal) for continuous personal-professional growth in field.

l) Able to provide education (in your areas of expertise) at team meetings to peer group.