Instructional Assistant (Culinary Arts)
- Contra Costa Community College District
- Location: Martinez, California
- Category:
Faculty-Vocational & Technical-Culinary Arts
- Posting Date: 04/11/2022
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Position Title Instructional Assistant (Culinary Arts)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Note: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $4,181 per month, second step $4,392 per month or third step at $4,615 per month (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $5,093 per month is reached on the salary schedule.
Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.
The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.
Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.
Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.
The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.
If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.
Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants)
Location Contra Costa College
Posting Number 0001615
# of Openings 1
Range 52
Salary $4,181 -5,093 per month (see special instructions for initial step placement)
Position Status Permanent
Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible)
Position Full-Time
If temporary, employment duration: N/A
# of Hours Scheduled Per Week 40
Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
Monday-Friday. Additional requirements include participation in catering events and fundraisers. Specific hours TBD
Shift Differential % N/A
# of Months 12
Non-work Periods: N/A
EEO Job Category Technical/Paraprofessional
Employee Group Classified
Department C8060-Culinary Arts
Position Definition
To perform a wide variety of responsible instructional assistance and support tasks in accordance with assignments and directions from a classroom instructor or other academic personnel.
Distinguishing Characteristics
N/A
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists in the administration of classroom and laboratory assignments, exercises, and tests under the direction of an instructor or other academic personnel.
Supports discipline or department with specific subject matter knowledge with some level of autonomy.
Monitors individual progress of students and discusses problems and improvements with instructor.
Provides students with assistance and training in the operation of various laboratory and classroom equipment, materials, and/or machinery.
Advises students on improved study methods; explains concepts, principles and terminology to students as needed.
Prepares, operates, and maintains laboratory testing and instructional equipment and supplies; may operate computers.
Orients students and new faculty on the procedures used and equipment available within a learning laboratory facility.
Assists in the administration and scoring of tests, examinations, and practical demonstrations.
Develops and maintains administrative documents, records, logs, files, and statistical information as assigned.
Makes referrals to remedial or tutorial programs as necessary.
Assists in the preparation of instructional materials and study aids to be used by students or faculty in classroom, laboratory and individual study situations.
Issues instructional materials and equipment to students; maintains inventory of supplies and equipment used; assists in procuring new or replacement materials as necessary.
Provides cashiering services, including billing, collections, deposits, reconciliations and other activities.
Maintains attendance and enrollment records of assigned class or laboratory.
May be required to plan, coordinate and schedule events, activities, shows, displays and related demonstrations.
Assists with the development and monitoring of the budget.
Suggests appropriate learning materials to be used by students, in accordance with instructor’s approval.
Provides basic tutoring in subject area.
May select, train and supervise student assistants.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Two (2) years of work experience instructing, tutoring or assisting in the instruction of adult students in assigned subject area or discipline.
EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college with major in assigned subject area or discipline, or the equivalent.
Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, and applications of subject matter or discipline to which assigned.
Principles, methods, and procedures of tutoring and providing learning opportunities to students.
Administration, scoring, and interpretation of exams and practical demonstrations in the assigned subject matter area or discipline.
Modern office and laboratory equipment used in an educational setting.
Methods and procedures used in standard record keeping and statistical compilation.
Classroom and laboratory procedures and rules of conduct.
Cash handling procedures, including counting large sums of money.
State, federal and local regulations affecting the practice of assigned discipline/area.
Safety procedures related to equipment and tools.
Minimum Qualification-Skill To
N/A
Minimum Qualification-Ability To
Skill/Ability to:
Perform a variety of instructional assistance and support functions within a specific subject matter area or discipline.
Monitor student progress and identify problem areas and areas of relative learning progress.
Learn to prepare, operate, maintain, and demonstrate classroom and laboratory equipment and materials.
Prepare and maintain accurate and up-to-date records, files, and other documentation.
Operate and troubleshoot standard office equipment and perform clerical work of average difficulty.
Communicate classroom or laboratory procedures to students and new faculty.
Calculate and score written and practical exams.
Work with a significant degree of independence and judgment.
Organize work and set priorities.
Supervise and train student assistants as assigned.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required work duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio- economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of:
· Principles, practices, and applications of subject matter or discipline to which assigned.
· Principles, methods, and procedures of tutoring and providing learning opportunities to students.
· Administration, scoring, and interpretation of exams and practical demonstrations in the
assigned subject matter area or discipline.
· Modern office and laboratory equipment used in an educational setting.
· Methods and procedures used in standard record keeping and statistical compilation.
· Classroom and laboratory procedures and rules of conduct.
· Cash handling procedures, including counting large sums of money.
· State, federal, and local regulations affecting the practice of assigned discipline/area.
· Safety procedures related to equipment and tools.
. Recent culinary graduate (within 5 years)
. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills can be
. Experience
·Two years of experience of either preparing and/or serving food, as well as general clerical experience, including ordering and distributing supplies.
· Training
·Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by training in food preparation and serving.
. Ability to analyze, create, and modify recipes
. IT experience to troubleshoot computers, tablets, and audio-visual equipment
. Proficient in MS Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and video editing
. Understanding of and familiarity with current social media marketing tools, including FaceBook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, and TikTok
. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems, including Canvas, Blackboard and Zoom
. Demonstrated maturity in working independently, with motivation, patience, and a genuine interest in engaging with the public.
. Creative and must be able to work under pressure.
Job Open Date: 02/21/2022
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled Yes