Lab Aid, Non Destructive Testing; Part-Time

Overview

Learning Assistants are expected to attend an assigned section of a Nondestructive Testing class to assist students with activities, attend paid training, and tutor students outside of class. Expected time to be 10-15 hours total per week.

• Knowledge of Calibration of Eddy Current Machines
• Knowledge of Calibration of Ultrasonic Machines
• Knowledge of Warm-up procedures of X-ray machines
• Knowledge of Codes and specifications used for Liquid Penetrant Testing
• Ability to communicate the subject matter effectively.
• Application of different learning strategies, including active learning and peer-to-peer techniques
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Empathy for and understanding of the diverse student population in the college
• Ability to listen and answer questions during interactions with students
• Great time management and organizational skills
• Provide support for content and concept understanding, not direct answers to graded work (e.g. homework, projects, quizzes, etc.)
• Be open and available for observations and follow-up conversations
• Help students learn how to learn the material
• Help students develop or refine their study skills and become independent learners
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, respect for, and understanding of the needs of students seeking learning support
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions effectively
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing, fast-moving educational environment
• Ability to perform clerical tasks effectively
• Ability to work well with others and in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The applicant will have completed at least one semester in a Nondestructive Testing Class.