"Adjunct - Adult Paraeducator"

Job Details

Job no: 495131

Work Type: Faculty - Part Time, Staff Part-Time

Locations: Baton Rouge, LA

Categories: Workforce Development & Education, Workforce Initiatives, WorkReady U

College: BRCC

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Sub department: Maritime & Continuing Education

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring to students in reading, writing, math, and digital literacy
• Support students in completing Northstar Digital Literacy assessments and related assignments
• Collaborate with instructors to monitor student progress and offer supplemental academic assistance
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of instructional and training resources
• Greet and assist new and returning students in person and by phone
• Guide students through the admission and enrollment process
• Conduct student intake interviews and assist with student testing as needed
• Perform data entry and student record updates in SIS and DRC systems
• Assign students to appropriate courses and instructional software
• Maintain accurate administrative and student files
• Track department supply needs and maintain inventory
• Monitor and report staff/faculty IT issues
• Work with Dean/Director and instructional staff to identify and address student needs
• Assist with program development and outreach efforts in the community
• Participate in professional development and support testing operations as needed
• Supervise test proctors when required

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check; May require occasional travel to off-site meetings or events; Reliable and consistent attendance is required

Required Education:

Experience in teaching, tutoring, training, or counseling adult learners; At least a high school diploma or GED, and either an associate's degree; A passing score on the ETS ParaPro Assessment or completion of two years of full-time study at an institution of higher education.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with Northstar Digital Literacy or other digital learning platforms
• Experience working with adult education or workforce development programs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort with data systems and basic office technology

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances, Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan, holidays, generous annual and sick leave benefits, and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. BRCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.