Math Lab Assistant

Posting Number Staff_0403211 Classification Title Staff Working Title Math Lab Assistant Datatel Position ID SEMA5MATLAAS1J Annual Hours 2080 Hours Placement Range $13.67 - $15.38 Position Type Regular Job Category Non-Exempt General Description

The Math Lab Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of instructional support activities in the Math Lab. This includes tutoring students, assisting with mathematical related technology, and administering programs run through the OCCC Math Lab.

Reports To Math Lab Supervisor What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Minimum Education/Experience

Associates degree or equivalent (60 successful college credit hours) including:

At least 15 credit hours of college-level mathematics (with a grade of B or better)

OR

12 credit hours of Calculus (with a grade of B or better)

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of or willingness to learn or review:

• TI-84 and TI-89 graphing calculators
• mathematical software (such as Maple or Geometer's Sketchpad)
• computerized tutorial programs (such as MyMathLab, ConnectMath, or WebAssign)
• any Math and Statistics courses taught at OCCC
• tablet technology
• any new programs and equipment used in the lab and/or math classes
• multiple methods of tutoring mathematical concepts including tutoring using manipulatives

Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office

Organization and attention to detail.

Discretion with passwords and student information.

Ability to use, and ability to explain the use of the calculators, mathematical software, and computerized tutorial programs to students.

Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.

Ability to communicate and articulate mathematical concepts in an organized manner.

Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting mathematical concepts.

Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.

Ability to circulate throughout the lab.

Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.

Must follow directions and guidelines.

Must file alphabetically.

Must be punctual and reliable.

Flexibility in work schedule.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1.GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

2.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.

This position requires the person to frequently move about the Math Lab to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently perform tasks that involve repetitive motions of hands, fingers, and wrists.

This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.

This position requires the person to occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with lab equipment or assist students.

3.VISUAL ACUITY:

This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4.WORKING CONDITIONS

This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, office or lab setting.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required Training

Appropriate Tutor Training and Tutor Certification as offered by OCCC.

Work Hours

Schedule to be determined each semester to meet the needs of the Math Lab. Work times will be during any hours campus is open and may include evenings and Saturdays and 1/2 hour before open and after close.

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Department Math Lab Job Open Date 03/14/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring highest degree or showing completion of required coursework.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Job Duties

Job Duties (Position Specific)

(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)

Tutor Students in the Math Lab

Help students with math assignments by asking questions, looking at student work, assessing the student's level of understanding, encouraging them to think through problems, use their resources, talk through problems, and work through problems. Circulate throughout the lab regularly to assist students at tables and computers.

Provide virtual tutoring to online or distance students.

Instruct and assist students in the use of mathematical related technology such as the graphing calculators (TI-84, TI-89), mathematical software, and computerized tutorial programs through demonstration.

Assist with administering and maintaining the Calculator Lease Program.

Develop, schedule, and present workshops for students on various topics such as study skills, learning styles, math concepts, etc.

Provide services to students and faculty in the Math Lab:

Answer phone to provide information and mathematics tutoring.

Administer the temporary loan of texts and calculators within the Math Lab.

Monitor central counter to keep assets and materials secure.

Maintain system of filing of instructional software, textbooks, and solution manuals.

Maintain reservation notebook for reserving math lab computer areas and laptop carts.

Maintain documents, schedules, handouts, and printing for staff and student needs.

Provide proctoring of students as needed.

Assist with scheduling of staff and activities in the Math Lab.

Mentor and train new tutors and assistants.

Collect and report Math Lab usage data.

Inventory items in the lab and classrooms.

Open and close the Math Lab by following established procedures as assigned.

Help enforce all Math Lab policies.

Participate in training concerning mathematics courses and/or tutoring by attending designated training sessions and completing requested activities.

Participate in college initiatives and staff development programs and training.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.