Teaching Assistant - SAHS

Columbus State Community College•Columbus, OH

172d•$21

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant position provides technical and administrative support to the faculty of the assigned department. This role maintains responsibilities for assisting faculty in the classrooms; assisting with the maintenance of student records; answering general student questions; supporting students in practicums; supporting students with interpersonal relationships; supporting students to navigate and participate in college functions and processes; and providing support to students in the assigned program. This position serves to aid students with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to have full access to the academic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, environmental, and social benefits of attending college. Student Engagement Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio- cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies. Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Creates and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with the College’s guidelines. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Be a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment. Customer Service Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College. Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom. Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community. Administrative Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula. Completes all mandatory performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College. Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings. Participates in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness. Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them. Provides feedback, as appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division, and the College. Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean or Department Chairperson. Culture of Respect Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Requirements

Currently working towards an Associate’s Degree in Behavioral Health, Special Education, Social Work, Developmental Disabilities, or a related field

Responsibilities

Assisting faculty in the classrooms
Assisting with the maintenance of student records
Answering general student questions
Supporting students in practicums
Supporting students with interpersonal relationships
Supporting students to navigate and participate in college functions and processes
Providing support to students in the assigned program
Teaching assigned courses as scheduled
Assuming primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction
Designing curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio- cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups
Considering individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities
Participating in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource
Using technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology
Keeping accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies
Maintaining attendance records, determines and submits grades timely and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester
Creating and maintaining accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements
Participating in the selection of appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with the College’s guidelines
Conducting classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule
Employing and assisting in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives
Being a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment
Creating a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners
Maintaining posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College
Using technology to assist in communication with students
Encouraging a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom
Advising potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion
Referring students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community
Promoting continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula
Completing all mandatory performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College
Sharing best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings
Participating in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness
Evaluating teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them
Providing feedback, as appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division, and the College
Attending faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean or Department Chairperson
Fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community