What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Support Specialist II - DSPS position at Lassen Community College?
Position Title
Instructional Support Specialist II - DSPS
Position Type
Staff
First Review Date
01/30/2025
Department
Disabled Students Program Srv
Months of Employment
Salary
Job Category
Summary
Under the technical direction of one or more members of the faculty or an instructional administrator, provides assistance to students involved in various laboratory settings designed to further their knowledge in the specific discipline being supported. As guided by faculty, designs and administers homework, test, or simulation situations to support learning and student lab requirements. Ensures the care of all equipment and facilities.
Supplemental
This position works with Disability Services and Programs for Students at Lassen College. If you have relevant knowledge, training, and/or experience working with students with disabilities, please highlight in your cover letter and application materials.
Education and Experience
The position requires an Associates degree and two years of experience in a laboratory, learning support, or equivalent environment. An equivalent combination of education and work experience in a related field can substitute.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Works with students individually or in class-sized groups to enhance their learning. Provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction as well as orienting students to the laboratory. Sets up established laboratory experiences for students as required by course outline or faculty direction.
- Assists instructors in the classroom/laboratory concurrently with lecture or discussion. May actually perform more dangerous and/or complex procedures for students.
- Instructs students and small groups in study skills that contribute to their ability to maintain pace in the classroom.
- Receives study modules from faculty members, then instructs small groups of students who are receiving individual tutoring.
- Administers homework assignments, learning simulations, tests, and quizzes to students as provided by instructors. Corrects tests and homework and assigns grades based on instructor’ guidelines, reviewing corrected tests and homework results with students.
- Acquires, maintains and inventories equipment, materials, supplies, live specimens, and written materials required for student instructional needs. Performs repairs on equipment and learning assistance devices. Checks out and maintains control over tools, equipment, supplies, materials used by students. May be required to maintain contact with appropriate vendors.
- Over the telephone or in person provides students, staff, instructors and public with information relating to specific programs. May take messages for students or instructors who are working in the area. May copy materials for distribution for students.
- Maintains records of laboratory activity, including typing forms or inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding the acquisition, maintenance and distribution of tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and/or written materials.
- Provides for the general appearance and security of the work area. Maintains lab in a safe, clean and orderly fashion.
- Oversees the work of student helpers. Coordinates their activities in support of the instructional goals. Trains student helpers in appropriate technical aspects of their work. May maintain records for pay purposes.
- Performs other related duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Diversity Statement
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- Sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff, students and the public.
- Knowledge of the history and culture of underrepresented groups and groups that have experienced discrimination.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, and techniques of the assigned subject area (e.g., accounting, sciences, language, and writing).
- A working knowledge of instructional methods and techniques.
- A working knowledge of laboratory procedures, organization, equipment, tests, experiments, and simulations.
- Sufficient reading, math, and writing skills to perform individual and small group tutoring.
- Sufficient human relations skill to facilitate learning with small groups and to convey technical concepts to others.
- Sensitivity to the needs and needs and behavior of student of various ethnic, racial and cultural backgrounds.
Abilities
- Carry out the responsibilities of the position including deliver instruction to small groups, design and set up laboratory assignments, experiments, simulations, and tests, as well as student projects.
- Maintain the lab and equipment in a safe and organized manner, including the handling of hazardous materials and equipment as required for some labs.
- Instruct students in the use of equipment and programs.
- Perform routine record keeping and report writing duties.
- Organize and prioritize work and manage time effectively.
- Communicate in both formal and informal setting with students, instructors, and other interested parties.
- Coordinate the activities of work study students.
Desirable Qualifications
Physical Demands
- Sufficient ambulatory to move to work stations, and lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
- Use a personal computer and other office equipment.
- Communicate with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings.
- Read numbers and words and observe students perform tests and assignments.
Salary Grade
18
Min Salary
$44,225.86
Max Salary
$69,912.26
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
01/17/2025
Close Date
01/30/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Salary : $44,226 - $69,912
