Part-time, Teaching Assistant, DEEPER OPS, Optical Systems Technology

Monroe Community College • Rochester, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Part-Time Teaching Assistant will support faculty to enhance student learning in the Optical Systems Technology Program. Classes may be assigned at the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus (or other sites, as appropriate). Teaching Assistants report to the Program Director of the Optical Systems Technology Program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for student learning and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals. This is a temporary, grant funded position that may be renewed annually contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews.

Requirements

• Familiarity with one or more of the following course topics: Conventional Optical Fabrication, CNC Optical Fabrication, Optical Systems, Geometrical Optics, Optical Instruments and Analysis, Wave Optics, Lasers, Photonics
• Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs

Nice To Haves

• Earned Associate's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution in Optical Systems Technology or equivalent OR has three or more years experience in the field
• Experience in fostering academic success among underserved, diverse student populations and clients of the College
• Experience with Interferometers and Metrology equipment
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages proficiently

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and maintains current subject knowledge.
• Support faculty and students in courses within Optical Systems Technology Program.
• Assist faculty with lab set up, management, and reorganization.
• Provide 1:1 support to students to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills, the ability to prioritize workflow, and multi-task.
• Up to 10-hours per week per course (not to exceed 20-hours).
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Program Director, as appropriate.
• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Benefits

• Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget.
• This position has a range of $25 to $35 per hour and is based on these mentioned factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree