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**Position Title** Learning Assistant 9hr/week schedule

**Posting Category** Part-Time Staff

**Starting Hourly Rate Range** $15.60 -$20.28

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer.

Benefits

Job Description

The Learning Center is seeking innovative and compassionate individuals to provide academic support to HCC students by promoting effective study habits and learning strategies while assisting students with course content. There are Learning Assistants available during all hours of operation to work with students in a variety of formats including individual, group, walk-in, and in-class learning sessions. Ideal candidates work collaboratively and effectively with students of all academic backgrounds. This position directly supports the College’s Strategic Plan by providing support and intervention to eradicate attainment gaps based on income, race, gender, and ethnicity.

Learning Assistants conduct individualized group, walk-in, and/or Supplemental Instruction sessions for HCC students. These sessions are designed to help students develop study skills and become independent learners.

Duties include, but are not limited to, promoting a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment in the Learning Center; assisting students in learning course content by referring to student class notes, assignments, and class resources; promoting study skills and learning strategies; visiting classes to advertise the services of the Learning Center; attending training sessions to become College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certified; and following the policies and procedures of the Learning Center and Harford Community College.

Learning Assistants are hired in the following academic areas based on student demand:

Behavioral and Social Sciences, Community Education, Business and Applied Technology, Arts & Humanities, Nursing and Allied Health Professions, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

_Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement._

Required Education

+ Successful completion of at least six credits of college-level courses with at least a B average.

Required Experience

+ One year of customer service experience and/or student leadership experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Ability to work effectively on a team.

+ Critical thinking skills to assess the skill level and abilities of students and provide appropriate assistance.

+ Time management skills to be flexible and move between various assignments and duties.

+ Strong people skills.

+ Proficient computer skills, particularly in MS Word, MS Access, and MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications

+ Preference will be given to applicants who are currently enrolled at HCC; and/or who have previous experience as a learning assistant; and/or who can assist in a variety of subjects and disciplines.

+ Demonstrated experience working with students of diverse backgrounds.

**Hours per Week** 9

General Weekly Work Schedule

Applicants must be willing to work a varied schedule of day, evening, and weekend hours.

The hours of part-time, as-needed employees are limited to a total of less than 500 hours in each fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

Posting Detail Information

**Posting Number** 2025-021PTS

**Number of Vacancies** 3

Open Date

**Close Date** 09/08/2024

**Open Until Filled** Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *Please select the disciplines(s) for which you want to tutor.

2. Math(Algebra, Geometry, Calculus

3. Statistics

4. Biology (General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology)

5. Microbiology

6. Writing

7. Computer Programming

8. Humanities (Sociology, Psychology)

9. Accounting

10. Chemistry (General)

11. Chemistry (organic)

12. Physics and Astrology

13. Business Management

14. Microsoft Applications and Software

15. *Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

16. Yes

17. No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation

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Bel Air, Maryland 21015

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