Instructional Support Specialist, MATH

Georgia Department of Revenue•Augusta, GA

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Support Specialist (ISS) is responsible for tutoring and other academic support for Augusta Technical College students in the Success Center. This role requires providing academic support by adhering to strategic learning methods, addressing students’ immediate educational concerns, and demonstrating an understanding of adult learners, varied learning styles, and differentiated instruction. The specialist will find and prepare appropriate teaching materials, maintain a positive attitude to encourage learning, monitor and document student progress, and utilize academic center monitoring software. Additionally, the role involves completing annual professional development and performing basic administrative duties to support the daily operations of the Success Center. The schedule may include mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings based on the needs of the Success Center.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
Demonstrates effective communication skills.
Good decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of common operating systems (Windows 11) and software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
High School Diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree in the subject area from a regionally accredited institution.
Familiarity with tutoring and/or supplemental instruction.
Experience working with diverse populations with varying language skills and experiences.
Experience working with higher education programs designed to increase student retention and graduation rates.

Responsibilities

Provide academic support to students by adhering to strategic learning methods and by addressing students’ immediate educational concerns.
Demonstrate understanding of the adult learner, varied learning styles, and differentiated instruction.
Finds and prepares appropriate teaching materials that suit the student(s)’ ability, goals, and interests.
Maintain a positive, warm attitude that encourages the student(s) to learn.
Monitor and document each student’s progress. Provides progress reports/updates as required.
Utilize academic center monitoring software to track student utilization of center’s services.
Complete annual professional development activities as required.
Perform basic administrative duties to support the daily operations of the Success Center.