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Iowa Western is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Academic Support Coordinator
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field is required; Masters Degree preferred. Instructional or training experience required, preferably college level. Supervisory experience is preferred. Working with and coordinating instructional support for diverse populations in a post-secondary setting helpful.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of instructional strategies for multiple learning styles and ability to relate to all types of students is necessary. Strong interpersonal communication, problem solving, public speaking, and organizational skills required. Knowledge of remedial, developmental, and adult education methods and techniques is strongly preferred.
Job Duties:
JOB SUMMARY:
Directs the full range of academic support services needed to assist students to achieve their educational goals, including tutoring and lab assistance, tutorial software, learning skills advising, and the general operation of the Academic Support Center and the staffing support, auxiliary services, and student programming for the Cyber Library.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop partnerships with academic deans and faculty to determine student needs and provide content-specific academic support to students.
2. Research best practices in learning assistance and determine appropriateness and feasibility for the college.
3. Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of the academic support available at the college and initiate any needed modifications.
4. Collaborate with the Learning Resources Specialist to plan programming that promotes and explains services available through the Cyber Library and the Academic Support Center, as well as study skill strategies and basic research techniques.
5. Develop annual goals and objectives to improve student services and support provided by the Academic Support Center and the Cyber Library, tracking and reporting progress as needed.
6. Manage the Academic Support Center by scheduling and promoting peer tutoring, tracking usage, and facilitating a supportive environment conducive to studying, academic assistance, and student networking.
7. Provide academic support to students utilizing the Academic Support Center, including general tutoring and writing assistance.
8. Supervise the Cyber Library Technology Specialist and provide direction and leadership in direct academic and technical support to students, faculty, and staff.
9. Collaborate with the Learning Resources to train student workers who provide “concierge services” to students at the Cyber Library front desk.
10. Hire, schedule, and supervise all peer tutors, academic mentors, and student staff for the Cyber Library.
11. Develop a comprehensive and integrated training for peer tutors, academic mentors, and Cyber Library student workers to facilitate the most efficient and effective team of cross-trained student staff.
12. Meet with peer tutors and academic mentors regularly to determine progress, evaluate their academic impact, and resolve tutoring or academic related issues.
13. Assist with developing and enforcing policies that ensure users are respectful of the learning environment, facilities, and equipment.
14. Assist with the day to day organization, security, and appearance of the Academic Support Center and Cyber Library to ensure that it is a welcoming study environment for students, faculty, and staff.
15. Responsible for ensuring the appropriate staff and student worker coverage of the Academic Support Center and the Cyber Library during hours of operation.
16. Provide presentations on topics, such as study skills workshops, learning styles advising, goal setting, and stress/time management.
17. Regularly publicizes offerings and availability of services.
18. Represent the Academic Support Center and Cyber Library on various committees, projects, and college initiatives.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Adjunct ESL Instructor (Summer and Fall 2012 terms)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree related to ESL/EFL/Education required. ESL experience teaching in a college or high school setting. Knowledge of another language and sensitivity to cultural diversity preferred.
Job Duties:
Description:
The instructor will be responsible for course instruction and classroom management in selected courses of the ESL program. Duties include, but are not limited to, teaching classroom sessions, student recruitment and responsibility for materials and supplies. Candidates interviewed may be required to provide a teaching demonstration.
Job Duties:
1. Functions as a team member with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organizes and teaches classes as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conducts class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assists with the development and monitoring of the program.
5. Assists with the development and revision of program curricula, including competency assessment, grades and syllabi formation.
6. Assists with the recruitment and retention of students to the program.
7. Maintains competency and knowledge of current research, practice, and trends in the Medical Assistant field.
8. Maintains up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department, in all courses assigned.
9. Exhibits a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, confidentiality.
10. Understands and adheres to the organizational structure of the College and the academic division.
11. Undertakes and proficiently complete additional duties assigned.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Adjunct Instructor-Medical Assistant
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Medical Assistant certification and two years experience in the field
2. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
3. Effective organizational skills, particularly as they relate to the teacher-learning process.
4. Capable of creating a classroom environment which is conducive to student learning.
Desirable Qualification:
1. Previous teaching experience in a medical field.
2. An understanding of the community college philosophy and the community college student.
3. Experience with alternative learning delivery methods and systems.
4. Commitment to cultural diversity among students, faculty and in the curriculum.
5. Computer experience in common software and internet.
Job Duties:
Description:
The instructor will be responsible for course instruction and classroom management in selected courses of the Medical Assistant program. Duties include, but are not limited to, teaching classroom sessions, student recruitment and responsibility for materials and supplies. All candidates interviewed will be required to provide a teaching demonstration.
Job Duties:
1. Functions as a team member with other instructors to promote, develop and deliver quality education programs that are in the best interest of the students and the college.
2. Organizes and teaches classes as assigned by the academic dean.
3. Conducts class meetings for the entire period scheduled and in a punctual manner.
4. Assists with the development and monitoring of the program.
5. Assists with the development and revision of program curricula, including competency assessment, grades and syllabi formation.
6. Assists with the recruitment and retention of students to the program.
7. Maintains competency and knowledge of current research, practice, and trends in the Medical Assistant field.
8. Maintains up-to-date syllabi, using criteria established by the department, in all courses assigned.
9. Exhibits a positive and professional demeanor and attitude, confidentiality.
10. Understands and adheres to the organizational structure of the College and the academic division.
11. Undertakes and proficiently complete additional duties assigned.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Adjunct Nursing Instructor-Medical/Surgical and/or OB/GYN
Qualifications:
Join an established team of dedicated faculty at Iowa Western Community College in a quality Nursing program that emphasizes the lifespan philosophy.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing plus two years of Medical/Surgical and/or OB/GYN nursing practice required; Master's preferred. Current License in Iowa and/or Nebraska. Critical thinking and mentor mentality skills are a must. Small group facilitation proficiencies and familiarity with state and national nursing education standards highly desirable.
Job Duties:
The position is responsible for providing instruction for courses in Medical/Surgical and/or OB/GYN in the clinical setting. The program comprises college credit course work at the associate degree level.
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Adjunct Pharmacy Technician (Continuing Education)
Qualifications:
High School diploma required and Certified by PTCB as a CPhT; 2 years of full time experience as a Pharmacy Technician and Work experience in a retail and hospital pharmacy required
• Independent decision making, ability to exercise good judgment, and the use of critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills enjoy working with students from diverse backgrounds, reliable, good role model for students.
• Display professional attitude and appearance in class
• Be Flexible and work in an environment of shifting priorities
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Experience in Extemporaneous and Sterile Compounding
• Experience in teaching adults
Job Duties:
Part-time position for a Pharmacy Technician Adjunct in Health Education at Iowa Western Community College. This position is in the Continuing Health Education Office assists the teaching of the Pharmacy Technician.
Hours would vary from day to evening hours
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled
RESIDENCE LIFE COORDINATOR
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in counseling, education, communication or related field preferred.
Experience:
Experience with adolescent or college age students preferably in a college setting. Demonstrated organizational, supervisory and administrative skills. Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing education programming or training. Ability to train, develop and program with college students in a group living situation. Effective communication skills, as well as, experience in working with diverse populations. Must hold a valid drivers license and be insurable to drive college vehicles.
Other Requirements:
The Residence Life Coordinator is required to live in the apartment provided on-site. Share on-duty responsibilities as assigned. Will include day, evening, weekend and holiday hours. Compensation includes an on-campus apartment with free utilities, local phone, and cable television as well as an Ethernet connection.
Job Duties:
JOB SUMMARY:
The Residence Life Coordinator is directly responsible for the total administration of their assigned community. This includes developing and implementing the residence life program in their community. Residence Life Coordinators are responsible for creating a community that would allow students to grow collectively and individually. The primary goal of this position is to establish an environment that is conducive to the academic and non-academic development of students.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for one of the following Residence Life functions: 1) Recruitment and Selection 2) Educational Guidance 3) Training and Development
2. Supervise Resident Assistants as they provide educational and social programs that enhance the personal development of students in their assigned community.
3. Manage the community’s occupancy information, equipment inventory, mailroom/front desk operation, key inventory control, check-in and checkout processes and maintenance/custodial needs.
Coordinating intra-community moves and transfers. Providing tours of community as needed.
4. Creating a safe, welcoming environment, as well as, communicating with police and security regarding the presence of community safety concerns.
5. Provide initial guidance, crisis/conflict management and mediation assistance for students as needed. Refer residents to and consult with appropriate resource agencies within the college community in a timely fashion.
6. Supervise resident conduct matters to assure that policy violations are being confronted and addressed appropriately. Follow through in upholding sanctions and normalizing community relations.
7. Maintain ongoing written and verbal communication with immediate supervisor, the office of residential life and all relevant parties. Complete various reports in a timely manner as required. Respond to questions and concerns raised by parents of residential students.
8. Actively foster an environment within residence life which reflects a positive community and which contributes to students’ personal and academic success.
9. Coordinator is responsible for hiring, training and evaluation of all student staff members working in their assigned communities, including regularly scheduled staff meetings.
10. Serve on appropriate committees on campus to facilitate communication, knowledge, and professional development.
11. Serve as an educator by developing both formal and informal relationships with students.
12. All other duties assigned by the Director of Residence Life
Salary
Range:
To Be Determined
Application
Deadline:
Open Until Filled