Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist

Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist

Company: Spelman College

Category: Tutors and Learning Resources

Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist provides instructional support for large-enrollment or multi-section courses by facilitating recitation sections, grading student work, and assisting with course assessments. This position plays a critical role in enhancing the academic experience through supplemental instruction and timely feedback.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate weekly recitation sessions that reinforce core course concepts.
• The Instructional Support Specialist reports to the course lead instructor
• Assist the instructor in the design, proctoring, and grading of quizzes, exams, and other assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student assignments in alignment with grading rubrics.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, and grades.
• Hold regular office hours to support student learning outside of class time.
• Communicate regularly with the course instructor(s) to ensure consistency across recitation sections.
• Attend some classes to ensure consistency in course instruction and instruction provided during recitations.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of course materials, including assisting with course learning management system (i.e. Canvas).
• Contribute to service within the department.
• Attend department meetings and keep department informed about student progress in recitations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related discipline
• Prior experience in teaching, tutoring, or academic support at the postsecondary level.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and support diverse learners.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and digital grading tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's preferred for upper-level courses

Certifications, Licenses, Restrictions

N/A

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, use hands to operate a computer and other office equipment, and to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Work Location/Schedule

This position requires onsite work and is not eligible for remote work.

Posting Number: SC0890P

Open Until Filled: Yes

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