Success Using Multiple Methods in Tutoring (SUMMIT) is a Learning Center program that encompasses all tutoring services, including an embedded academic peer support program: Peer Academic Support Structure (PASS). The SUMMIT Faculty Coordinator works closely with the Learning Center Faculty Coordinator to develop SUMMIT and its programs, including the PASS program. Work includes the development, enhancement and implementation of academic assistance programs; the development of curriculum and training programs; the assessment of all programs, the setting of procedures and work protocols for Instructional Assistants, Student Tutors, Academic Support Peers, and other staff; the coordination with other programs; and extensive outreach with instructional faculty. The Summit Coordinator actively participates as a member of the Academic Support Committee and other associated committees and workgroups, and assists as appropriate with Equity Plan projects, BSI projects and other student success projects and planning.
 

 

Examples Of Functions and Tasks

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Program Development/ Evaluation/ Modification- Provide planning, development and implementation for all SUMMIT academic assistance programs; analyze and evaluate existing programs, procedures and work protocols, adding to, modifying and/or revising them, as necessary so that all programs and activities promote student success; work with the Research and Planning Office to develop research queries relating to programs with the goal of enhancing student retention and success; assist with program reviews and revisions as required. Develop and implement new tutoring programs, trainings and training curriculum for SUMMIT; market SUMMIT programs, develop procedures for access to services and facilities; maintain currency of understanding of laws and proposed legislation pertinent to academic support programs; serve as liaison between the Tutor Center and faculty members. In collaboration with other Learning Center faculty, explain and promote SUMMIT programs and offerings to Sierra College departments, programs, and faculty; create and develop new and needed tutoring interventions based on best practices and the latest research of national learning center organizations and tutor/learning center certification organizations. Oversee the budget and statistics for current projects, and submit semester reports to the Learning Center Faculty Coordinator and LRC Dean.

Recruitment/ Selection/ Training/ Supervision/ Evaluation of Staff -  Establish criteria for selection of Tutors and Academic Support Peers; develop procedures/classes for training Tutors and Academic Support Peers that ensure proper pedagogical practices; develop techniques and standards for the supervision of Tutors, Academic Support Peers, and other Learning Center staff; supervise and observe Tutors and Academic Support Peers and provide feedback to them; encourage them to develop their tutoring and overall job skills in accordance with District policies and procedures and in collaboration with other Tutoring/Learning Center staff. Advertise available Tutor and Academic Support Peer positions to Rocklin Campus faculty members so suitable applicants may be referred; research student populations for potential Tutor and Academic Support Peer applicant pools, actively seeking diverse applicant referrals from among the Learning Center service users, student employees, staff members, and faculty; interview potential Tutors and Academic Support Peers.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience Guidelines: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Degrees/Experience:
Incumbent must possess a Master’s Degree or higher or the equivalent in any master’s level discipline taught at Sierra College; or, a master’s degree in education, educational psychology, instructional psychology, library and information science, or other master’s degree with emphasis in adult learning theory.

Desirable: 
Three (3) or more years of experience in providing or overseeing academic support services for STEM subjects.
Undergraduate and/or graduate STEM degree.
National College Learning Center Association Certification.

Licenses/Certifications:
Incumbent must possess or be able to possess prior to appointment in this position and maintain a valid California Class C or higher driver’s license, in order to accomplish official travel within or outside the District in District or privately owned vehicles.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Learning theory and mindsets; teaching methods and philosophies; conflict resolution techniques; human resource management principles and practices; budgetary practices; effective microcomputer operation, including general software packages/applications; familiarity with academic center tracking and appointment software.

Ability to:
Manage programs employing a diverse staff serving a diverse student population; work independently; maintain effective working relationships with students and staff; make oral presentations to groups; project program needs; resolve conflicts; communicate effectively orally and in writing; develop, administer, and evaluate budgets; analyze and devise audit trail systems;  analyze and interpret Federal and State laws pertinent to community college tutorial   programs and categorically-funded program criteria; type/keyboard and/or utilize mouse to operate a microcomputer to utilize general software applications and to access host computer network utilities for email, shared software, etc. 


Physical Demands and Working Environment - The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbent must be able to function indoors in an office and/or classroom environment engaged in work of a primarily moderately active nature, and to accomplish the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: Almost Constantly:  Utilize hearing and speech for ordinary and telephonic conversation and to hear sound prompts from equipment; utilize manual and/or finger dexterity to type/keyboard and otherwise operate microcomputers and other office equipment;   sit, to accomplish desk work;   stand upright in order to present lectures while instructing; walk to move about office and campus environs.  Frequently:  Utilize vision (near and far) to read printed materials and computer screens and to observe and evaluate video-tape materials.  Occasionally:  Kneel, bend, and stoop to access materials in files cabinets, etc.; lift (from overhead, waist, and floor level, max. 35 lbs.) and carry (max. 35 lbs.) to move boxes, books, and other materials into and out of storage areas.