Instructional Aid Specialist

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Job Title:
Instructional Aid Specialist

Department:
FAES | School of Environment and Natural Resources

Position will support course instruction for the School of Environment and Natural Resources. Duties include:

Grading and Mentoring :

• Take the lead on grading homework, lab assignments, and exams using answer keys and rubrics provided by the instructor.
• Mentor the Student Instructional Assistants (SIAs) assisting with the course.

Quiz Development:

• Take the lead on developing weekly quizzes in consultation with the instructor.

Course Management:

• Oversee the regular functioning of the Gradebook and other assignments and materials on Carmen, the university's online learning management system.

Content Contribution:

• Work with the instructor to contribute to course content, including lectures, computer labs, quizzes, assignments, and activities.
• Develop examples to be used in class, practice and homework problems, and lab activities.
• Coordinate any special activities like exam review sessions and guest speakers.

Instructional Support:

• Provide instructional support for labs, including assisting with student questions in the computer lab and providing assistance demonstrating software programs such as Excel, RStudio, QGIS, ArcMap, ArcPRO, eCognition, and SoloForest.
• Test the labs each week to troubleshoot and modify rubrics as needed.

Office Hours and Grading:

• Hold weekly office hours in person and/or online to answer student questions about course material.
• Conduct grading during office hours when necessary.

Course Management Assistance:

• Assist the instructor with overall course management, including monitoring the late policy for assignments.
• Monitor the success of each student and alert the instructor to those who are falling behind or struggling academically.

Guest Lecturing (Rarely):

• Guest lecture in class and/or computer lab as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and 2 years of experience in statistics and GIS systems and analysis. Master's degree in a related field is desired. Ideal candidates would have strong proficiency in statistics and GIS systems and analysis; excellent organizational and time management skills; effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students; and proficiency in relevant software programs such as Excel, RStudio, QGIS, ArcMap, ArcPRO, eCognition, and SoloForest.

Additional Information:

Application Procedure:

• Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via the university's online job portal.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Responsibilities may be subject to change based on departmental needs and the successful candidate's qualifications.

The salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location:
Kottman Hall (0340)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

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