Instructional Support Specialist – VN Program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.)

Under the direction and supervision of the instructor:

Assists with preparation for instruction.

Prepares various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs and uses computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

Monitors inventory of textbooks and student supplies; reports inventory status to instructor if supplies are below acceptable numbers within six weeks of the new class start date.

Prepares, copies of lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and any necessary equipment needed for class.

Assists in the preparation of the skills laboratory equipment/supplies during scheduled lab activities.

Assists in skills lab demonstration under the direct supervision of skills lab instructor.

Assists with ensuring accurate inventory of supplies and assists with ordering as required.

Assists with recording and maintaining class attendance records, monitoring student completion of any necessary makeup hours and keeps instructor informed of any non-compliance.

Assists with ensuring the appropriate standards of conduct are being met by the students such as the dress code and brings forth information to instructor regarding non-compliance.

Monitors computers in classrooms and laboratories, and assists students with hardware and software use.

Under the direction of the Program Director, coordinates and conducts remediation activities such as: study groups, private study/tutoring, utilizes and fully resources in order to promote understanding of course content.

Collaborates with the theory instructor on specific remediation goals and objectives conducts remediation workshops and tutorials in preparation for programmatic examination and develops methods to enhance student performance in labs and capstone courses.

Assists primary instructor with monitoring of attendance through tracking of daily attendance, reconciliation of hours, ensuring attendance is posted accurately and reaching out to students that may have missed class(es).

Exercises stewardship of college facilities and materials.

Refers students to other College personnel/Departments as needed and appropriate.

Attends and participates in monthly Faculty/ Department meetings as needed.

Adheres to College policies and procedures and acts as a role model to all staff and students through guidance and example.

Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the College s Code of Ethical Conduct, Compliance Agreement, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and states laws, and applicable professional standards.

Maintains established department policies, procedures and attends in-services and other required meetings.

Maintains confidentiality of all customer, student, associate, and/or college information as required.

Exercises care, proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies and identifies unsafe conditions and makes appropriate adjustments.

Performs other job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

For Instructional Support Specialists in the Vocational Nursing program:

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Associate s degree or above preferred. Must be a graduate from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Must demonstrate training in educational methods, testing and evaluation and evidence strength in instructional methodology, delivery and techniques as indicated by evaluation personnel within 30 days of beginning instruction.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

For Instructional Support Specialists in the Vocational Nursing program:

Current CPR Card.

Must hold a current California active license as a Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

For Instructional Support Specialists in the Vocational Nursing program:

Must have a minimum of one (1) year of in-field practical experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse, preferably within the last five (5) years.

Experience with Canvas LMS, ATI, Zoom, MS Office preferred.