Learning Experience Observer
About The Position
ABOUT THE POSITION : Purpose of Position: The Learning Experience Observation Program is designed to achieve a deeper understanding of teaching and learning that comes from shared analysis and revision between faculty and students. The Learning Experience Observation Programs pairs students (observers) and faculty to work together over the course of a semester. The goals of the program are to: Allow faculty and students to explore questions relating to teaching and learning in an affirming way to improve and develop effective classroom practices. Foster open, critical, constructive dialogue between faculty and students in support of good teaching. Change the culture at The Claremont Colleges so that dialogues about teaching and learning among faculty and students is natural, common, and desired. Learning Experience Observers are students who observe a faculty member's class and meet with them weekly to provide insights and feedback. LEOs will receive weekly support and ongoing training from The Claremont Colleges Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following are the essential duties and responsibilities the incumbent must be able to perform. Attend the class being observed and weekly meetings with faculty and CTL staff. Communicate clearly, have an open mind, withhold judgment. Take detailed notes during each class observation that will be the basis of weekly meetings with the faculty partner. Review and provide feedback about asynchronous aspects of the learning environment (Canvas/Sakai sites, syllabi, discussion boards, assignment sheets etc.). Communicate with CTL staff and other LEOs throughout the semester. Keep in confidence all that is observed, between CTL staff and faculty partner. Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must be able to demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below. Education : Currently enrolled in and attending a degree program at one of The Claremont Colleges (graduate or undergraduate). Must be at least a sophomore. Experience : This is an entry level position, and no experience is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : High degree of emotional intelligence. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with faculty and staff. Punctuality, dependability, and flexibility. Attention to detail. Able to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, electronic databases, and a timekeeping system. Able to learn new computer technology as needed. Ability to interact positively with a diverse community of coworkers, students, faculty, and other staff. Ability to learn new duties and procedures for enhancements and changes to services offered. Awareness of and sensitivity to racial, cultural, religious, gender, and sexual orientation diversity.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in and attending a degree program at one of The Claremont Colleges (graduate or undergraduate).
- Must be at least a sophomore.
- This is an entry level position, and no experience is required.
- High degree of emotional intelligence.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with faculty and staff.
- Punctuality, dependability, and flexibility.
- Attention to detail.
- Able to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, electronic databases, and a timekeeping system.
- Able to learn new computer technology as needed.
- Ability to interact positively with a diverse community of coworkers, students, faculty, and other staff.
- Ability to learn new duties and procedures for enhancements and changes to services offered.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to racial, cultural, religious, gender, and sexual orientation diversity.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and experience with matters relating to equity, diversity, justice in higher education.
Responsibilities
- Attend the class being observed and weekly meetings with faculty and CTL staff.
- Communicate clearly, have an open mind, withhold judgment.
- Take detailed notes during each class observation that will be the basis of weekly meetings with the faculty partner.
- Review and provide feedback about asynchronous aspects of the learning environment (Canvas/Sakai sites, syllabi, discussion boards, assignment sheets etc.).
- Communicate with CTL staff and other LEOs throughout the semester.
- Keep in confidence all that is observed, between CTL staff and faculty partner.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
