Part-Time: Teaching Assistant, Automotive

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• If you are a current Employee (non-Student position) or Temporary Employee (paid by someone other than Aims, but have access to Workday), please use "Find Jobs"
• If you are a current Student , please use "Find Student Jobs"
• If you are both a current Employee and a current Student please use "Find Jobs"
• If you are a current Student and previous employee use "Find Student Jobs"
• If you have any questions about applying or ensuring you applied correctly please call 970-378-3720 or come by and see us in Cornerstone building Suite 111

Minimum Hourly Rate:

$16.95

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits) 
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description:

Aims Community College at a Glance:
Aims Community College, locally governed, locally funded, is a debt-free and progressive community college with centralized administrative services located on the Greeley Campus, which supports three additional locations. Situated on the front range of the Colorado Rockies, and enjoying 300+ days of sunshine a year, Aims Community College is student success oriented and prepares students for success in more than 200 degree and certificate programs. You are not just a number here at Aims Community College, our wonderful Staff, Faculty, and Administration work as a team to ensure excellent service and offer the most affordable tuition in the front range.
Purpose: Build a Stronger Community
Vision: First Choice – The Recognized Leader in Learning and Student Success
Mission: Provide knowledge and skills to advance quality of life, economic vitality, and overall success of the diverse communities we serve.
2018-2023 Strategic Directions:
Empower Students to Succeed
Enhance Operational Performance
Enrich Northern Colorado Economic Development

Job Duties:

Provide independent support to instructor of record in a specific program area.
1. Develop and demonstrate laboratory processes for student use
2. Provide direct training to students on program specific processes/techniques
3. Assist with developing and administering examinations, grading papers, and providing input to instructor of record regarding student performance
4. Assist with coordination and delivery of classroom instruction to students
5. Assist with curriculum and instruction planning for students
6. Provide program area support to instructor and students
7. Monitor and assist students in the classroom/laboratory

8. Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, curriculum implementation, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of students in the classroom

9. Assist students in the use and application of specific vocational knowledge, skills, tools, processes, and equipment. May assist students and coordinate with business representatives in an in-school or off-site work environment as part of the vocational learning experience

10. Oversees student behavior and safety. Takes steps to intervene when students are not in control, not in the proper location, or may be in dangerous or unsafe situations

11. Provides instructional support and tutoring to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.

12. Documents behavior and progress of students to assist teacher in assessing progress with education plans. Maintain, or assist in maintaining, student weekly progress reports.

13. Performs clerical duties such as making copies, operating office equipment, answering telephones, ordering materials, and record keeping

14. Recruiting and on/off campus program activities and promotional events are a position expectation.

15. Other duties as assigned

Work Hours: 20-25 hours per week, morning, afternoons, and/or nights

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

2. High School Degree or equivalent work experience

3. Two years of experience in automotive area or like experience

4. Skill in the use of equipment and materials specific to the vocational area of the position.

5. Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities.

6. Able to assist, console, and manage students who may be emotional, distraught, or frustrated.

7. Able to remain calm, focused and in control when working with students, parents, guardians, and community members who may be difficult and challenging to engage.

8. Able to follow written and verbal direction and take the initiative to seek clarity and act when needed.

9. Be or become knowledgeable and supportive of classroom management and student discipline procedures. Constantly exhibit command and proper annunciation, spelling, syntax and use of the English language to assist and model proper language usage and professional behavioral standards by students.

10. Able to organize work and set priorities for accomplishing work in a timely and effective manner.

11. Able to protect the confidentiality of student information consistent with FERPA requirements and good judgment.

12. Able to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents, volunteers, and community members.

13. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

14. Skill in the use office and computer equipment and use standard office software and student information system software.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Associate’s Degree, or two years of post-high school education, or similar experience

Required Documents:

• Resume

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have preformed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section.  If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered.

Diversity Statement Instructions

Aims Community College recognizes and celebrates diversity within our students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to equity and inclusion to improve the learning experiences of all students and the working conditions of all employees.

• In your diversity statement, please provide your interpretation of what it means to serve a diverse community and work in an inclusive environment.

• Please include specific examples for how your background, education, and/or professional experience have prepared you to fulfill those responsibilities in this position.

• As you consider what to put in your statement, please note Aims Community College is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, or any other protected class.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer.  Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status.  All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

In order to be considered please provide a thorough and complete application.
Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check, and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

If you need assistance with this process please contact Human Resources at 970-378-3720.