Math Coach, Westshore

Math Coach, Westshore

Department: Learning Commons

Location: Westshore Campus

Reports To: Campus Director

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req4670

Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Varies

Number of Openings: 0

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Provides comprehensive support and tracking for math students from point of placement through completion of college-level math. Responsible for outreach, communications, and on-going coaching to provide a human connection for students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides case management support from point of placement through completion of college-level math

Facilitates non-credit seminars and/or small group support for math remediation

Monitors student performance, using various tools including online adaptive learning software, tutoring databases, and other college systems

Coordinates with Enrollment Management team for College-wide case management, outreach, and student progress tracking

Compiles data and presents reports on student progress

Recommends and refines processes to support students in math remediation

Supports students with technical components of creating accounts to access online tools

Guides students as they navigate through online resources to provide support in preparation for placement testing

Collaborates with math faculty to support students within and outside the traditional and non-traditional classroom

Collaborates with, Deans, Student Affairs, Campus Success Specialists, and Counseling faculty to provide individualized support and services to math students

Plans and implements new targeted strategies for math students

May facilitate workshops in multiple formats and modes

Collaborates with Student and Academic Affairs colleagues to streamline and deliver pre-enrollment placement testing and related processes

May support the Assistant Dean/Director in management of math tutoring spaces

Works collaboratively with student peer tutors/coaches

Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Minimum of three years of demonstrated relevant professional experience

Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team

Demonstrated experience requiring diverse problem-solving methods in a variety of situations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

Possess basic knowledge of fundamental Math coaching concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply in varied situations as it pertains to the departmental focus

Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Possess strong organizational and time-management skills

Demonstrated creative thinker and a problem solver

Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail

Possess basic-level project management skills

Possess intermediate-level skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality

Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Service Focus

Communication

Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIEs

Collaboration

Time Utilization

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

Adaptability

Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

Master's degree in a related field

Demonstrated College teaching experience and/or background in Math

Demonstrated experience using online learning systems, such as ALEKS, ALEKS PPL, Pearson, and Blackboard

Demonstrated experience working at a community college

Demonstrated experience working with students in development Math

Demonstrated experience/expertise working with students with learning disabilities or special education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;

The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;

Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;

Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special Note:

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume.

It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.