Enroll new instructors in the Instructor Training course and monitor completion of all required training components prior to course assignment.Track instructor participation and completion of pre-semester training requirements.Assist with the revision and updating of instructor resources, including the Instructor Guide, Instructor Letters, and other training documents.Provide support during faculty onboarding and training initiatives to ensure instructional consistency and quality.Program and Course Material Management
- Assist the Foundations for Mathematical Success Team during student orientation activities at the beginning of each semester.
- Update and revise course materials as directed by the Foundations for Mathematical Success Team.
- Edit and prepare lecture notes for publication and distribution through the bookstore.
- Ensure all course materials comply with institutional accessibility standards and requirements.
- Update, organize, and maintain course examinations and answer keys.
- Manage exam rotation processes to support academic integrity.
- Prepare exams for Testing Center administration.
- Maintain and post current exams, answer keys, and related resources on the Team Site in Canvas.
Faculty Mentoring
- Serve as a mentor to adjunct faculty teaching Foundations for Mathematical Success, when qualified through previous teaching experience in the course.
- Provide guidance, support, and best practices to promote instructional effectiveness and student success.
Team Coordination and Communication
- Partner with the Foundations for Mathematical Success Architect to establish team meeting schedules each semester.
- Coordinate meeting logistics, including preparing and distributing meeting invitations to team members.
- Attend team meetings and maintain accurate meeting notes and records.
- Support communication and collaboration among faculty and team members.
Data Collection and Analysis
- Collect, organize, and maintain data related to the Foundations for Mathematical Success courses.
- Analyze program data to identify trends, evaluate outcomes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare reports and summaries to inform program planning, decision-making, and assessment efforts.
Additional Duties
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the goals and objectives of the Foundations for Mathematical Success program.
- At the discretion of the Associate Dean, teach section of Foundations for Mathematical Success.
Learning Assistant Program Responsibilities Recruitment, Interview, and Selection Process for Learning Assistants.
- Develop interview questions, establish the interview and selection process, and take the lead during candidate interviews.
- Participate as the lead member of an interview team that includes the LA Program Coordinator, Foundations/LA Program Manager, and two faculty members, typically the LA Faculty Leads.
- The Foundations/LA Program Manager is responsible for coordinating interview schedules and communicating interview times with candidates and those on the interview team.
Coordinate LA course placements
- Match Learning Assistants with appropriate math courses and instructors in consultation with LA Faculty Leads and the Foundations/LA Program Manager.
Develop and lead LA training
- Plan, develop, and facilitate beginning-of-semester and ongoing training sessions for Learning Assistants.
- Collaborate with Faculty Leads to gather ideas, feedback, and expertise when developing training topics, activities, and materials.
Develop and maintain LA program resources.
- Create, revise, and maintain training materials, instructional guides, program expectations, and other resources needed to support Learning Assistants and instructors working with LAs.
Provide ongoing supervision and support for Learning Assistants
- Maintain consistent communication with LAs throughout the semester, provide guidance and feedback, address concerns, and identify opportunities for additional training or support.
Oversee LA reflective practice
- Develop weekly prompts and expectations, review Learning Assistant submissions, and provide meaningful and timely feedback to support LA growth and development.
Observe and evaluate Learning Assistants
- Conduct classroom observations of LAs working with students, provide constructive feedback, and identify areas for continued development and training.
Facilitate communication between Learning Assistants and instructors
- Maintain regular communication with both LAs and participating instructors, help establish clear expectations, and address communication or program concerns as they arise.
Lead program development and assessment.
- Take primary responsibility for evaluating the effectiveness of the LA Program, gathering feedback from participants, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing program changes.
- The Coordinator may seek input, feedback, or assistance from LA Faculty Leads and the Foundations/LA Program Manager as needed.
Maintain program organization and documentation
- Track LA participation, placements, training, observations, Learning Logs, and other program information necessary for effective program administration and assessment.
Collaborate with Faculty Leads
- The FMS/LA Coordinator has primary responsibility for coordinating and implementing the activities of the Learning Assistant Program. LA Faculty Leads serve as collaborative partners and provide faculty perspective, subject-matter expertise, consultation, and feedback. The Coordinator may seek Faculty Lead input on areas such as LA selection, course placements, training development, program expectations, and program improvement while retaining responsibility for organizing and carrying out these activities.
Departmental Service
- Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional committees related to assessment, curriculum, and student success.
- Remain current on research and best practices in developmental mathematics education, peer-assisted learning, and student success.
- Support strategic planning and departmental improvement initiatives.
- Support the Math Department Office with office coverage.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Education, Higher Education, or a related field.
- Experience in mathematics instruction, curriculum development, educational assessment, faculty development, academic support services, or a related area.
- Experience developing instructional materials, training programs, or curriculum resources.
- Experience and proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
- Experience managing or working with Learning Assistants or similar peer educator programs.
- Experience analyzing educational data and supporting program improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of developmental education principles and best practices.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Experience with data analysis and using data to drive curriculum improvements.
- Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices and strategies for supporting diverse student populations.
- Experience providing professional development for faculty.
- Strong computer skills.
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SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.
