Working Title: AANAPISI Lang Arts & Acad Specialist- Reading/Writing - CLA2

　　Job Class: College Laboratory Assistant 2

　　Agency: Minnesota State

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/17/2024

　　Closing Date : 01/30/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota State / Century College

　　Division/Unit : MnSCU Century Lakewood CC / MnSCU Century CTC Class/B

　　Appointment Type : Seasonal Academic Year, Full-time _(_ _A seasonal position is a permanent position that works during the academic year, mid-August through mid-May every year.)_

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 5:00pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : No

　　Salary Range: $20.64 - $28.83 / hourly

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

　　Work Area : Student Affairs / AANAPISI

　　Location : White Bear Lake, MN / Mahtomedi, MN

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : Yes

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　Position Purpose

　　This position assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining the tutoring component of the Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) program; provides academic support including tutoring and informal group instruction in the areas of language arts skills including ESOL, writing and reading to increase retention and academic performance of the AANAPISI participants.

　　Position Responsibilities

　　Provide academic tutoring and support services including but not limited to:

　　Provide instructional support through workshop presentations, one-to-one and small group tutoring in writing and language arts related content areas.

　　Assist with connecting participants to scholarships and keeping students informed about program activities.

　　Compiles data as necessary and develops reports regarding the status of students participating in targeted retention programming. Use this information to improve programs, policies, practices, and procedures.

　　Develop, implement, and evaluate programs to increase student transitions, completion, and the instructional component of AAPI, BIPOC, and other under-represented students.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Associate or higher degree in English, English as a second language, Humanities, or related field; AND

　　1 academic year of teaching/tutoring experience in study skills, writing or related field at the high school-level or above including developmental or basic skills development.

　　OR

　　An equivalent combination of education and work experience.Preferred Qualifications

　　BA or BS in Liberal Arts with strong emphasis on good writing skills, critical analysis, and study skills: for example, English, Humanities, or related degree.

　　Experience overcoming educational barriers like those facing low-income AAPI Students.

　　Experience with educationally challenged individuals including adults who have low proficiency in English or who have learned English as a second language, non-traditional or returning adult students, students with learning and/or physical disabilities.

　　Speak and understand one or more of the following languages: Hmong, Karen, Burmese, or Vietnamese

　　Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

　　Ability to take initiative and apply critical thinking in developing effective approaches to learning.

　　Ability to listen well and help students articulate the support that is needed.

　　Excellent grammar, punctuation, and composition skills as well as familiarity with literary terms.

　　Additional Requirements

　　To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

　　This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver’s license background check.

　　In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State‘s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.