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Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. If you have a desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team!

Job Description & Qualifications:

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Sign Language Interpreting in Education (SLIE) Instructional Assistant is to support faculty in preparing learners to become licensed American Sign Language interpreters for educational settings serving students in grades K-12. The Instructional Assistant provides instructional, technological, and administrative support for face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments. Responsibilities include developing and organizing instructional materials, assisting with course preparation, supporting classroom and online technologies, facilitating learner engagement, and contributing to a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes student success.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Create instructional materials, presentations, learning activities, and course resources under the direction of the faculty member.

• Assist with the preparation and organization of course materials, assignments, and instructional resources.

• Support learners during face-to-face, hybrid, and remote class sessions and learning activities.

• Assist with instructional technology, classroom technology, and learning management systems used within the program.

• Provide basic technical support and troubleshooting for students participating in face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses.

• Assist with the setup, operation, and management of video, recording, and virtual meeting technologies used for instruction, student practice, and assessment.

• Assist faculty with online course development, preparation, and maintenance.

• Support learners with hands-on activities, skill development exercises, and program-related learning experiences.

• Assist with facilitating student engagement and participation in classroom and online learning environments.

• Provide online support for program courses and learning activities as directed by faculty.

• Assist in monitoring classroom and Open Lab activities to promote a productive and supportive learning environment.

• Maintain confidentiality of student information, records, and instructional materials in accordance with college policies and applicable regulations.

• Participate in staff meetings, team planning activities, professional development opportunities, and advisory committee meetings as schedules allow.

• Contribute to student success by fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications Required

In limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Education: High School Education / GED

• High School Diploma required, some college is preferred.

Experience: 1 Year

Additional Experience Information:

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.

• Ability to foster a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.

• Ability to support instructional strategies and learning activities under the direction of faculty.

• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive student, employee, and program information.

• Commitment to the mission, vision, and goals of NTC, the School of Business, and the Sign Language Interpreting in Education program.

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Experience using instructional technology, learning management systems, virtual meeting platforms, and other educational technology tools preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic educational environment.

• Knowledge of American Sign Language and Deaf culture preferred.

• Candidates with lived experience in the Deaf community, fluency in ASL and a strong understanding of Deaf culture are encouraged to apply.

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including language skills, reasoning and mathematical abilities are essential.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, emails and memos; discuss information one-on-one and in small groups.

Math Skills:

Ability to add and subtract numbers using basic units of measurement.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions; solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Technical Skills:

Ability to navigate to and between computer applications; read/reply to emails, open/save/close files and applications; find, format and print documents; operate common office equipment.

Customer Service Skills:

Ability to pleasantly initiate, maintain and end a conversation; act in a professional manner using appropriate language and body language.

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting 10-25 lbs: N/A

Carrying/Lifting 25-50 lbs: N/A

Carrying/Lifting >50 lbs: N/A

Sitting: High

Standing/Walking/Climbing: Low

Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending: N/A

Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement: High

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder: N/A

Work Environment

Indoor/Office Work Environment: High

Outdoor Weather Conditions: N/A

Irritated or Agitated Individuals: Low

Hostile or Violent Individuals: Low

Hazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals: N/A

Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA): N/A

Work-Related Travel: N/A

Smell Requirement: N/A

Specific Vision: High

Hearing: Medium

Taste: N/A