Position Summary

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.

Recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 10 community colleges in the nation (2021), Pierce College is an innovative, mission-driven, data-informed, and equity minded community college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals, with a focus on racial and social equity and justice.

The English as a Second Language (ESL) - Off Site Teaching Assistant assists students and instructors in the English as a Second Language program at off campus locations. Under the general direction of the ESL Site Coordinator, the Teaching Assistant will facilitate the appraisal and registration of new students, completion of all student intake paperwork, administer standardized online tests, and assist instructor and students as directed by the instructor.

This position actively supports and engages in Pierce College’s goals for equity and inclusion in order to provide access and support for our diverse community of learners and our goal of becoming an anti-racist institution.

About the District

Pierce College enjoys a strong presence in the community and participates innumerable partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations. Want a feel for our District. Take a peek with aerial campus views!

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom

Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.

Pierce College Puyallup

Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.

Pierce College at JBLM

Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country.

Essential Functions

The English as a Second Language (ESL) - Off Site Teaching Assistant will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

Student Support Services

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  Welcome and assistant new students in the intake process, provide basic information about the classes, and inform new students about the English evaluation process.
• Proctor online English appraisal tests that determine students' English levels and thus determine in which classes students will be enrolled.
• Assist students in completing registration forms and intake paperwork.
• Administer state required online standardized tests quarterly.
• Assist instructor and students under the direction of instructor, working one-on-one with students, working with students in small groups, assisting students in navigating computers, and onboarding new students.

Qualifications

Education Required

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  High School diploma or GED.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with students; preferably English as a Second Language students in a higher education environment.

Special Requirements

• The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.

Required Competencies

• Ability to work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and educationally diverse populations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems constructively and make recommendations or offer alternate solutions.
• Values organizational inclusivity and promotes cooperation.
• Ability to treat people respectfully, demonstrating excellent customer service and sensitivity in a highly diverse environment.
• Ability to address customer needs as a priority with a sincere desire to be helpful.
• Effectively manages relationships and responds appropriately to others.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word and Outlook), email, and the Internet.

Application Process

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

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  Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
• Complete the online application profile at: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr.
• Apply for the specific job opening.
• Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
• Upload (attach) a list of at least two professional references with names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)

Terms of Employment

This is a part-time hourly position with Pierce College District, expected to work in support of students during college quarters. Must be flexible and willing to work during campus school hours or evenings.

Please Note:

If you have held a part-time hourly, or temporary position, after July 1, 2022 within Pierce College, you will not qualify for the position and therefore will not be considered, per WAC 357-04-045

The provisions of WAC 357-04-045 requires:

• The employee is employed twelve consecutive months or less;
• The employee is employed for one thousand fifty hours (1050) or less in that same twelve consecutive month period which begins from the original date of hire or July 1, 2022, whichever is later; and
• The employee is limited to one appointment only with the same higher education employer that meets the criteria in (a) and (b) of this subsection.

Salary& Benefits

The salary for this position is $15.74 hourly to $17.75 hourly. This position is not eligible for retirement or healthcare benefits.

Physical Work Environment

This position will work inside in a classroom environment at one or more of the Pierce College District campus and offsite locations .

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Screening and Interview Process

Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.

Conditions of Employment

Pierce College is a “fully vaccinated campus” under the state’s higher education guidance, which means that COVID-19 vaccination (or allowable exemption) will be required for all employees and students. More information can be found here: Vaccination Requirements.

Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW28B.112.080.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.

Equal Opportunity

The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at: jobs@pierce.ctc.edu.

Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:

Sean Cooke - Title IX Coordinator
9401 Farwest Drive SW
Lakewood, Washington 98498
(253) 840-8472

Tami Jacobs - ADACO/Section 504 Coordinator
(253) 964-6581

Holly Gorski - Vice President for Human Resources
(253) 964-6519

Paula Henson-Williams - District Affirmative Action Officer
(253) 864-3229