Part-Time: Instructional Support Specialist (Early College Academy)

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For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720.

Minimum Hourly Rate

$34.57

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
  
  

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The Instructional Support Specialist at Early College Academy plays a pivotal role in fostering academic excellence by providing comprehensive instructional support, including substitute teaching and academic intervention. This dynamic position requires a dedicated professional who is passionate about education and committed to ensuring the success of all students.

Job Duties

Academic Support:

• Work with students who have been identified as requiring additional academic support and collaborate with professors and instructors to design intervention strategies.
• Conduct one-on-one or small-group instructional sessions to reinforce key concepts and address specific learning needs.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting interventions as necessary to ensure continuous improvement.
• Work closely with professors, parents, and administrators to develop and implement personalized student success plans for students requiring extra support.
• Promotes student and/or faculty use of instructional support resources.
• Continuously communicates with instructors and administration team to ensure use of appropriate academic support strategies.
  
  

Substitute Responsibilities

• Assume teaching responsibilities in the absence of regular classroom instructors.
• Follow lesson plans provided by the absent instructor and ensure a smooth continuation of the learning process.
• Maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment.
• Address any immediate concerns or issues that may arise during the absence of the faculty.
  
  

Data Collection & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and intervention activities.
• Provide regular reports to instructors, administrators, and other relevant stakeholders on the effectiveness of academic interventions.
• Participate in data analysis discussions to inform instructional decision-making.
  
  

Other Duties As Assigned

• Attend relevant professional development opportunities to enhance instructional support skills.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• Two years of instructional support experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students and colleagues.
  
  

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copy of Transcripts
  
  

All Applicants

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
  
  

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection

To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application.

Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.