An instructional Aide assist the adult education instructor in the classroom setting and in the area to which he or she  is assigned.  The academic assistant must work under the daily supervision of a qualified instructor. The individual may provide one-on-one instruction at the discretion of the instructor or program director but may not provide classroom or group instruction.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience according to ACCS Board of Trustees Salary Schedule. $26.68 per hour based on experience; up to 7.5 hours per week.   This is a grant-funded position.  Continued employment is dependent on continued funding.)

At a minimum, the major responsibilities of the Adult Education Lab Assistant shall include:

1. Perform basic clerical tasks, including filing students’ records.

2. Assist with lesson plans (POI).

3. Make copies of instructional materials.

4. Check/grade homework.

5. Distribute classroom-related materials.

6. Assist with program orientation.

7. Proctor tests.

8. Print and file students’ work from ITTS.

9. Maintain high level of confidentiality.

10. Follows the directions of the instructor or program director and works as an effective member of the instructional team to ensure the success of all students.

11. Carries out the preparation of instructional materials for use by the instructor.

12. Monitors and observes student behaviors and shares observations with the instructor.

13. Assists instructor with providing individual support for student and checking for understanding of instructional materials.

14. Organizes, uses, and maintains supplies, materials and equipment.

15. Assists with providing non-instructional support for students.

16. Understands community resources and discusses possible referrals with the instructor.

17. Assists instructor with implementing, recording, and monitoring student educational plan.

18. Assists instructor with administering, scoring, and evaluating diagnostic tests.

19. Assists instructor with preparing student folders and maintaining records of student progress.

20. Assists instructor with collecting data for reports.

21. Assists with recruitment.

 22. Understands and uses the AAESAP data system.

Qualifications: 

High school diploma or equivalent required.

At least one year college preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Word.

Ability to work well with others and able to work under pressure.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the online application systems to be considered for this position. Submission of a completed application packet is the responsibility of the applicant. To be considered for an interview, (only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment, incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview). The applicant must submit the following:

• A completed official College employment application
• A current resume
• Written verification of minimum, required work experience from a current or previous employer. Verification must include employment dates, job title, indicate if the employment was full-time or part-time, and be on official letterhead with an authorized signature.
• Copy of unofficial or official transcripts. (Transcripts must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.) Copies of High School diploma will not be accepted.

Applications must be filed online at: https://www.rstc.edu/employment if at any point you have problems completing your application, contact the human resources department at Reid State Technical College (bjackson@rstc.edu).Please Note: All application materials must be electronic – It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), all required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED, MAILED, OR E-MAILED application materials.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expenses. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Reid State Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $24.40 for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Reid State Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Reid State Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Reid State Technical College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.