Automation Teaching Assistant (Electrical/Instrumentation)

Job Description

Working Title

Automation Teaching Assistant (Electrical/Instrumentation)

Position Status

Full Time

Department

School of Business and Industry

General Summary

As part of the Odessa College Teaching Assistant program, an individual will gain valuable teaching experience through Professional Development and Training and the opportunity to observe and be mentored by an Odessa College faculty member. Upon recommendation from Instructional Leadership, a Teaching Assistant can be recommended for a permanent teaching position at Odessa College. The program will help graduate students and individuals new to teaching at the postsecondary level develop as community college instructors, providing them with the opportunity to learn about Odessa Colleges vision and culture and help transform students lives. Qualified candidates will provide quality supplemental instructional classroom facilitation and assist the faculty in courses, along with an opportunity to teach for at least one academic year.

Specific Position Duties

• Coordinate with students, faculty, and the Department Chair to facilitate instruction for students in discipline-specific courses.
• Provide classroom facilitation and support for face-to-face or online instruction (synchronous or asynchronous) using Blackboard and other college-approved virtual platforms for distance learning students.
• Maintain a physical and/or virtual presence that promotes high engagement, communication, and collaboration among students and faculty to improve the performance of dual credit students in a given course or subject.
• Communicate with faculty concerning students needs and progress and coordinate intervention services to improve student success.
• Facilitate positive communication and provide updates to faculty, keeping them informed of a students progress in the course.
• Maintain accurate referral, registration, and attendance records, assist with feedback on graded exams and assignments, and evaluate students progress.
• Promote high standards for academic success and achievement and continually encourage students to maximize their potential.
• Help familiarize students with the basic use of Blackboard, OC email, the OC website, and campus support resources. Assist students in keeping track of important course dates, such as assignment deadlines and exam dates.

Communication

• Maintain consistent communication with the instructor and students. Check OC email daily and respond to student emails within 48 hours or sooner. Respond to emails from the instructor as soon as possible.

Course Responsibilities

• Maintain an active role in course discussions, including participating with students during activities, engaging with students during discussions, and upholding the main tenets of Odessa Colleges 4 Commitments.
• Assist in teaching college-level content while maintaining the integrity of the course.
• Follow the guidelines set by the instructor of record when providing assistance to students.
• Maintain student support hours and arrive or be present in the assigned class prior to the start of class to assist the instructor with activities, labs, setup, or additional support as needed.
• Provide students with useful feedback on assignments, helping them identify areas for improvement as well as areas where they performed well.
• Participate effectively in both team-teaching and individual teaching environments.
• Assist students with content mastery by helping with class assignments and directing them to available resources for the course.
• Inform students of important dates, including due dates, drop dates, test dates, and other deadlines.
• Coach students on college expectations, including understanding the syllabus, grading structure, makeup work policies, and other academic responsibilities.

Professional and College Participation

• Engage in Professional Learning Center professional development activities, including webinars, in-person training, and conferences.
• Meet and participate in various discipline-specific, departmental, and college-wide activities.
• Utilize and apply knowledge gained from professional development opportunities to improve instructional practices in the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Automation, Electrical and Instrumentation, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field; enrollment in a Masters program from a regionally accredited institution.
• Computer literacy and the ability to effectively use instructional technology, including learning management systems and college-approved virtual platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students from a wide range of ages and social backgrounds, including high school students enrolled in dual credit courses.
• Strong knowledge of electrical instrumentation, equipment and systems, process instrumentation, and automation operations.
• Understanding of industry safety standards, environmental regulations, and health and safety practices related to automation and industrial processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent work ethic and strong organizational skills.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student success.

Posting Number

F00399P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/14925