Associate Instructor Gemology On-Campus

GIA (Gemological Institute of America)•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides in-person instruction for assigned classes, courses, or introductory seminars and guides student outcomes. Oversees the instruction of accredited and state-licensed vocational courses and programs, providing a comprehensive education to students seeking careers in the gem and jewelry industry. Manages class set-up and maintains cleanliness of workstations, student desks, and instruments. Ensures administrative class management responsibilities are completed in a timely manner, including attendance, assessments, and grade posting. Manages student evaluations and engagement, using active listening and responding to student questions. May participate in student orientation and graduation activities, support other functional areas, travel to other locations, or work various shifts. Stays current with industry trends and meets annual professional development requirements.

Requirements

High School diploma (or GED), and Graduate Gemologist diploma.
Minimum 3 years of trade experience required.
Ability to read, comprehend and follow standard procedures or instruction (proficiency in reading, writing and speaking in English required)
Ability to communicate complex info in a simplified and clear manner; can communicate effectively with students on achievement or lack of achievement of goals, able to develop and modify communication strategies to deliver difficult messages to students.
Continually improves performance; continuously develops self-awareness, takes personal accountability for decisions, actions & outcomes
Ability to create positive interactions with students; actively communicate with co-workers, students or with management in a timely & professional manner; maintains collaborative working relationships with others and peers to improve student performance
Manages time and priorities appropriately - approaches work in an organized and systematic manner. Able to monitor student progress (strengths / weaknesses) to effectively organize classroom to meet student needs
Strong PC computer skills. Well-prepared and adept in using the school’s AV equipment for presentations, testing devices, MS Office, email and Learning Management System, etc.
Able to adapt to change, able to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail. Able to adapt learning styles to meet student needs. Able to travel and/or work alternative shifts as needed.
Able to settle differences in productive ways while minimizing disruptions. Ability to communicate and enforce policies in the classroom (willingness to confront issues). Maintain a positive learning environment and effectively resolve conflict.
Interface well with others (other departments like facilities, security, admissions, education technology, etc.). Uses active listening, knows who to go to and how to communicate issues/needs.
Maintains & fosters sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity in and out of the classroom.
Identify potential problems, articulate / classify issues and be able to determine next steps; apply sound analytical and reasoning skills during the problem-solving process; analyze the data gathered and reach a solution or provide a summary for a management decision when required.
Grasp, grip and/or turn small objects (gems) with tweezers or a stone holder and concurrently view and analyze the object using a microscope.
Periodically adjust the microscope.
Requires fine hand manipulation and eye-to-hand coordination.
Use of other gemological instruments, such as refractometers, polariscope, dichroscopes, etc., may also be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field highly desirable
2+ years of teaching, mentoring or training experience
Experience with a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the instruction of accredited and state-licensed vocational courses and programs and provide a comprehensive education to students seeking careers in the gem and jewelry industry.
Teach assigned classes, courses or introductory seminars. Manages delivery of content, ensuring academic delivery adheres to established guidelines.
Manages class set-up and maintain cleanliness of workstation, student desks and instruments (e.g., gathering of materials, managing equipment / materials appropriately, etc.).
Ensures administrative class management responsibilities are completed in a timely manner (e.g., attendance, assessments, posting grades, documentation, etc.)
Manage student evaluations (homework reviews, proctor exams, grade papers, assignments or projects, initiate conversations with students about grades, academic notice, counseling, tracks students and pinpoints student learning, etc.) and student engagement.
Use active listening with student questions and comments. Responds to student questions. Prepared for questions beyond immediate scope of the lecture. Sincere and friendly; projected enthusiasm while teaching and answering questions.
Participate in student orientation and/or graduation activities, as needed
May support other functional areas, as needed
May be required to travel and teach in other locations or work various shifts, as needed
Stays current with industry trends (follows industry publications, etc.)
Meets annual professional development requirements as defined by management.