Part-time, Teaching Assistant, DEEPER OPS, Optical Systems Technology

Job Description

Function of Position

The Part-Time Teaching Assistant will support faculty to enhance student learning in the Optical Systems Technology Program. Classes may be assigned at the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus (or other sites, as appropriate). Teaching Assistants report to the Program Director of the Optical Systems Technology Program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for student learning and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

• This is a temporary, grant funded position that may be renewed annually contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews.
  
  

Examples Of Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and maintains current subject knowledge.
• Support faculty and students in courses within Optical Systems Technology Program.
• Assist faculty with lab set up, management, and reorganization.
• Provide 1:1 support to students to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills, the ability to prioritize workflow, and multi-task.
• Up to 10-hours per week per course (not to exceed 20-hours).
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Program Director, as appropriate.
  
  

MCC Expectations

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.
  
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Familiarity with one or more of the following course topics: Conventional Optical Fabrication, CNC Optical Fabrication, Optical Systems, Geometrical Optics, Optical Instruments and Analysis, Wave Optics, Lasers, Photonics
• Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Associate's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution in Optical Systems Technology or equivalent OR has three or more years experience in the field
• Experience in fostering academic success among underserved, diverse student populations and clients of the College
• Experience with Interferometers and Metrology equipment
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently
  
  

Physical Demands of Position: Work requires the ability to drive frequently to schools and companies locally; work requires exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires fingering, grasping, and repetitive keyboarding motions; vocal communications is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; no adverse environmental conditions; frequently traveling between buildings on campus, to other campuses, locally to attend meetings and conferences.

The physical demands and working conditions listed above represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $25 to $35 per hour and is based on these mentioned factors.

Schedule: Up to 10 hours per week, per course (not to exceed 20 hours)

Term: 9/1/2025-8/31/2026

Working Conditions: Typical office environment with frequent travel to regional schools and companies.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

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Application Instructions

Interested applicants must apply online and create an account by clicking on the APPLY NOW tab below. Returning applicants may login to their Monroe Community College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ page for guidance using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.

Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing your foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S
  
  

Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.