Lab Instructor, Upward Bound

Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another.

We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.

 Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions.

We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Employee will work 30 Hours per week

• Contingent upon grant funding*

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

This position will oversee daily operations and assist students assigned to the Upward Bound's computer lab. The Lab Instructor will maintain applicable software and necessary resource materials.

This position reports to the Program Director, Upward Bound and exercises no supervision. Employee may not exceed 30 hours per week. NOTE:  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities through your education, personal experience or previous employment.

Knowledge of: 1. Principles and best practices in computer lab operations. 2.

Pertinent Federal, State, and college laws, rules, and regulations tutoring software and resource material. 3. Computer applications, such as Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe. 4. Trends and needs of students who are first generation, low-income, or have a disability.

 Skills in: 5. Critical thinking and problem solving. 6. Providing comprehensive instruction. 7.

Basic record keeping and accurate data entry. Ability to: 8. Interpret and apply department policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 9. communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 10.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 11. Effectively relate to high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds. 12. Work independently without close supervision and as a team. 13.

Assist students with computer lab technology and resources. 14. Learn new software quickly and stay abreast of new software applications.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting.  At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: More than one year of experience working with low-income and/or first-generation students.

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise.

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REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Employee Application

• Resume

• *KSA Statement (See Selection Criteria above)

• Copies of College Transcripts

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