SVCC Job Openings

Instructional Technology Specialist/ Developer

FUNCTION OF THE JOB: Provide support for the development and integration of technology tools into the teaching/learning environment at the College. Provide day-to-day support for on and off-campus instruction. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop content specific interactive learning modules, multimedia, web resources, and instructional graphics for faculty to use with students in both online and on-campus courses. Assist faculty in the creation of instructional videos to use with students in both online and on-campus courses. Assist faculty in the design, development, creation, and acquisition or assessment of effective technology-enhanced instruction. Assist faculty in locating and evaluating software appropriate to the instructional setting. Assit faculty in the creation and delivery of Internet courses. Assist faculty in the acquisition and utilization of multimedia resources for on-campus and off-campus courses. Provide technical assistance to students utilizing technology, especially as it applies to alternate forms of delivery. Train and assist faculty and staff on the use of equpment and software in the Instructional Technology Center (ITC) and technology-enhanced classrooms. Develop and deliver training online and individually in instructional design and software tools to all faculty and staff. Develop in cooperation with the Director, annual goals and objectives. Provide backup to College Webmaster. Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Project VITAL (Literacy) Coordinator - Grant Funded

The Coordinator is responsible for administration of the Project VITAL Grant. Job Description Duties Operate a literacy program according to the regulations and guidelines of the Illinois Secretary of State's Office. Recruit and train volunteers as well as keep records of volunteer training. Recruit and test potential participants, and maintain required records on all participants progress in the Program. Develop and maintain a marketing program for VITAL clients and tutors. Assume major responsibility for writing the Secretary of State's Literacy Grant. Submit and administer the budget for Project VITAL, including maintaining accounts of expenditures made on the various grants supporting Project VITAL. Function as a member of the adult education team and make and receive client referrals. Build a community-based support structure and make presentations to community groups on literacy as requested. Complete and submit to the Director and external agencies all forms and reports for the Project. Develop meaningful recognition activities for those who participate in Project VITAL. Coordinate, evaluate, and recommend revisions to the Literacy Project when warranted. Be familiar with the Illinois Secretary of State regulations pertinent to the administration of the VITAL Project and comply with all requirements. Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

AmeriCorps Administrative Assistant - Grant Funded

Assists the Director in program organization by tracking member participation, maintaining member files, compiling data, and supporting member recruitment efforts. JOB DESRIPTION DUTIES Support and adhere to the guidelines of the AmeriCorps Program in accordance with the Director and member handbooks. Maintain open communication with the Program Director. Maintain program confidentiality. Provide required information to the members. Complete reference calls on potential members. Distribute and collect member reports and documentation according to the predetermined schedule. Track reports and documentation received, and remind members and sites when paperwork is delinquent. Track the community service participation of the members. Maintain member files, and assure that all required documents are included. Compile data received into a usable form, as instructed by the Director. Assist the Program Director in planning, scheduling and implementing training and meetings. Actively participate in the recruitment, selection, enrollment and monitoring of members. Track the service time of members, keeping them informed of their progress. Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director.

Reading Instructor

To be cognizant of the philosophy and objectives of the College and in using them as guidelines in planning, structuring, and teaching courses.

Perkins Coordinator/Retention (Grant Funded)

Determine student characteristics and needs, set priorities among these areas of need, and identify available resources to increase student retention. Responsible for implementing the mission and goals of student services and monitoring academic progress of Perkins Career and Technical Education students. Duties Monitor academic progress of Perkins Career and Technical Education students. Work with faculty and students to ensure timely graduation of Perkins students. Prepare reports as requested for Perkins grant coordination and SVCC. Coordinate with the adult education staff to link with outside agencies and refer students to them when appropriate. Coordinate the provision of supplementary services to students in targeted vocational-technical education programs. Provide direct assistance to all students in the form of career planning. Orient students to college programs and admissions procedures. Be knowledgeable of service areas and refer students to appropriate personnel regarding questions such as academic advising, financial assistance, personal counseling, etc. Evaluate a variety of successful programs, and implement a formal, comprehensive retention program that best meets SVCC's needs. Take an integrated approach in retention efforts that incorporate both academic and non-academic factors into the design and development of programs to create a socially inclusive and supportive academic environment that addresses the social, emotional, and academic needs of students. Oversee the early alert, assessment, and monitoring system to identify at-risk students. Work with at-risk students to evaluate progress and direct them as needed. Teach PSY 100 as needed. Collaborate with SVCC faculty and staff to promote student success, retention, and degree completion. Participate in the student orientation program for developmental and adult education students. Provide current information to students on college/university transferability issues. Serve on institutional committees related to the welfare of students. Assist the Admissions staff in outreach activities and high school programs. Chair the retention committee. Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean.

Adult Education Instructors (Part-time)

Adult Education instructors teach GED classes (the high school equivalency credential) for adults who did not finish high school and English as a second language for non-English speaking adult immigrants. Bilingual skills are not required.

English Instructor

To be cognizant of the philosophy and objectives of the College and in using them as guidelines in planning, structuring, and teaching courses.

Wind Energy Program Instructor

The Wind Energy Instructor will have the opportunity to create/review curriculum, teach classes, acquire equipment, work with co-hort Community Colleges, and be involved with the IL Community College Sustainability network. The successful candidate will be cognizant of the philosophy and objectives of the College and use them as guidelines in planning, structuring, and teaching courses. As a tenure track, nine-month position, the faculty member will be eligible for a liberal fringe benefits package.

Biology Instructor - Day or Evening Classes

To be cognizant of the philosophy and objectives of the College and in using them as guidelines in planning, structuring, and teaching courses.