State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: College Laboratory Asst 2/Science Tutor

Job Class: College Laboratory Assistant 2

Agency: Minnesota State

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/15/2024

• Closing Date : 05/06/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Rochester TC-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : MnSCU Rochester TC / MnSCU Rochester TC Classified

• Appointment Type : Seasonal Academic Year, Part-time, 20-25 hours/week

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $20.64 - $28.83 / hourly

• Job Class Option : Science

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Academic Affairs

• Location : Rochester Community Technical College

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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Job Summary

This position is the backbone of the Science Learning Center, as the lab assistant has knowledge of and assists students in all stages of the learning process, helps maintain the science area, and creates tutoring sessions designed to bolster students' confidence and growth in science. This person also helps the Science Learning Center to grow by developing and delivering workshops and group tutoring sessions that serve students.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students at a variety of ability levels in all Science classes (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics) so that the students can be as successful as possible in their courses.

• Preform basic learning Center operations to ensure that the Learning Center operates efficiently and provides an environment conductive wo student leaning. Set daily objectives for student workers in area and monitors their performance.

• Collaborate with Learning Center personal, Science Department faculty, students and other stakeholders to complete other duties as assigned and ensure the smooth functioning of the department and optimal student success in the classroom. Serve on committee and workgroups as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or higher degree in Biology/Biological Science AND 1 academic year of teaching/tutoring experience in a Biological Science discipline at the high school level or above.

• Or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Biology/Biological Science.

• Strong background and knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics.

• Ability to present teaching materials to students in the Learning Center and assist student in understanding the concepts in an independent manner.

• Communication skills sufficient to effectively explain concepts and procedures to students so that they are easily understood.

• Ability to present material in both one-on-one and group settings.

• Ability to develop and present workshop for students and/or faculty on topics of need.

• Ability to evaluate student learning and suggest revisions to lab procedures to facilitate learning.

• Ability to review learning center processes and recommend revisions.

Additional Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.