Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 2 - (Learning Support Services East ) at South Puget Sound Community College

About the Department

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks a highly motivated and qualified individual for the part-time position of Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 2 (ICST 2) to support the Learning Support Services East, a STEM-based Tutoring Center.

This position supports the administrative functions of the center while providing leadership and modeling exemplary tutoring practices for student tutors and staff, and assisting in the facilitation of their professional growth. This position also provides one-on-one and small group tutoring to help students increase their knowledge and confidence in their classes, and to develop effective learning strategies and study skills to succeed in their education.

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of antiracist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district. 

• A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs
• Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs
• The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students
• A brand new Health & Wellness Center
• FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond
• FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required
• On-campus child care
• Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall
• Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks
• SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus
• Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty
• Many community events in theKenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include:
  • Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network which strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
  • The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility. 

Position Duties

The part-time ICST 2 will assist with learning course content and developing effective learning strategies, problem solving skills, and study habits. The ICST 2 will also:

• Maintain a safe, professional, and productive tutoring center space by doing general clean-up, enforcing center policies, answering phones, and providing excellent customer service 
• Provide leadership to student tutors by exemplifying effective tutoring practices and standards of professionalism, advising tutors regarding center operations, and facilitating professional development activities
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to develop and deliver best practices in college tutoring
• Monitor daily needs of student tutors and office assistants
• Operate as a point of contact between student tutors and the learning center administrator
• Monitor staff and student interactions in their respective center
• Monitor the tutor schedule and adjust as needed
• Assist with staff scheduling 
• Prepare, modify, and develop materials for instructional programming and professional learning (such as class visits, workshops, embedded tutoring, staff meetings, and / or staff training sessions)  
• Present at academic workshops and conferences 
• Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create and educational and work environment that affirms the college’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Support the college’s mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness while encouraging creative and critical thinking

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s (AA) degree
• Six months to two years experience in the appropriate discipline(s)

Other Qualifications

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:

1. Cover letter highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
2. Current resume showing all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.