Learning Assistance Services Faculty Coordinator

Southwestern College • San Diego, CA

11d • $77,303 - $116,316 • Hybrid

About The Position

Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is seeking a full-time, tenure-track, equity-focused faculty member committed to serving its’ culturally diverse student population. This position may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, extension site, and online or hybrid assignments. This position is primarily assigned to support Learning Assistance Services at the Higher Education Centers and requires regular travel and work at multiple Southwestern College locations. Southwestern Community College District seeks faculty who will foster an inclusive learning environment through equity-minded teaching, leadership, and service to students working toward goals of university transfer, associate degree and certificate completion, employment advancement, and personal growth. SWCCD is a vibrant hub of higher education serving the diverse communities of Chula Vista, San Ysidro, Otay Mesa, National City, and Coronado. As a proud Hispanic Serving Institution and eligible Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (ANNAPISI), SWCCD places immense value on equity, inclusion, diversity, and culturally responsive classroom instruction and support services. The College is dedicated to providing quality academic programs, comprehensive student support services that ensure equitable access, and clear pathways to student success. Under general direction of the Dean of Instructional Support Services (ISS), plan, organize, coordinate, and implement the Learning Assistance Services (LAS) programs; and perform a full range of administrative duties related to all Learning Assistance Services.

Requirements

• The minimum qualifications to teach any Master’s degree level discipline in which learning assistance or tutoring is provided at the college where the coordinator is employed OR A Master’s degree in education, educational psychology, or instructional psychology, or other Master’s degree with emphasis in adult learning theory.
• Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
• Knowledge of: Learning assistance theory, best practices, and operations.
• Knowledge of: Teaching, learning, and collaborative tutoring strategies.
• Knowledge of: Principles and practices of program development, administration, and review.
• Knowledge of: Strategic planning techniques.
• Knowledge of: Pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of: Principles and practices of grant development and administration.
• Knowledge of: Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of: Information and research resources related to areas of assignment.
• Knowledge of: Methods and techniques of research, analysis, and decision-making.
• Knowledge of: Principles and procedures of statistical record keeping and report preparation.
• Knowledge of: Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
• Knowledge of: English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of: Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Knowledge of: Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Manage, direct, and provide effective leadership for Learning Assistance Services programs.
• Ability to: Develop and administer program goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Ability to: Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
• Ability to: Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.
• Ability to: Inspire a team approach involving diverse constituencies to share a vision and develop programs.
• Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to: Select, provide work direction, train staff, and give evaluation input to the Dean of ISS.
• Ability to: Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to: Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Ability to: Prepare and administer budgets.
• Ability to: Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and District policies, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to: Conduct meetings and serve on committees.
• Ability to: Work successfully with District faculty, administrators, and staff.
• Ability to: Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
• Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a community with a similar diversity pattern as is found in the service area for Southwestern College is desirable.
• Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, coordinate, and implement the District’s LAS programs including the Academic Success (Tutorial) Center at the Chula Vista campus and Higher Education Centers.
• Develop and implement a range of tutorial services that serve the needs of the student population; design and conduct workshops/tutorial sessions for students to improve their learning and academic success.
• Facilitate coordination between all components of Learning Assistance Services and the campus community including Schools/Centers, Student Services, and special programs, grants, projects and populations.
• Collaborate with discipline faculty to ensure tutor training meets the needs of their discipline; consult with academic departments to ensure the integrity of the tutorial services provided in course and subject areas.
• Oversee, ensure, and verify the training of all tutors hired for tutorial programs offered on campus and the Higher Education Centers.
• Work with LAS staff and the Office of Research, Evaluation, and Planning to provide ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of the various components of Learning Assistance Services; facilitate and complete Administrative Unit Program Review of all Learning Assistance Services; obtain feedback from administrators, faculty, staff, and students regarding program effectiveness; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate; facilitate necessary changes.
• Oversee and participate in the evaluation of tutors in relation to tutoring techniques and applications and monitor their effectiveness in leading students to become independent learners; meet with tutors when improvement plans are developed.
• Coordinate the development and distribution of all Learning Assistance Services related materials; market and promote LAS, PSP, test proctoring, and T 3 services.

Benefits

• State Teachers’ Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California.
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee-led affinity groups
• Supportive employee onboarding practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level