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Supplemental Instruction Specialist
Salary
$59,489.00 Annually
Location
Waco, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00566
Division (Department)
Instruction & Student Engagement
Opening Date
08/06/2026
LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:
Communication: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Supplemental Instruction Specialist coordinates the Colleges Supplemental Instruction (SI) program by recruiting, training, supervising, and supporting SI Leaders while collaborating with faculty and Academic Support & Tutoring staff to provide high-quality, course-specific academic support. This position promotes student learning and success by evaluating program effectiveness, implementing continuous improvements, and ensuring services align with institutional goals and student needs. This position receives general direction from the Coordinator of Academic Support & Tutoring and exercises support staff supervision.
NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:
Knowledge of: 1. Supplemental instruction, tutoring, peer-assisted learning, and other evidence-based academic support strategies that promote student success and persistence; 2. Learning theories, study strategies, metacognition, and student engagement techniques that support diverse learners; 3. Developmental education, integrated reading and writing, and academic support strategies for students with varying levels of academic preparedness; 4. Assessment methods, program evaluation, data collection, and continuous improvement practices to measure program effectiveness and student outcomes; 5. Instructional technologies, learning management systems (LMS), virtual learning platforms, and digital resources that support face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction; 6. Accessibility standards, inclusive teaching practices, and student support services that foster equitable learning environments; Skills in: 7. Developing, coordinating, and facilitating supplemental instruction sessions, workshops, and academic success programming; 8. Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems, video conferencing platforms, and other educational technologies to support instruction and program operations; 9. Maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, tracking student participation, and analyzing data to support assessment and decision-making; 10. Communicating effectively through verbal, written, and digital formats with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners; 11. Public speaking, group facilitation, presentation delivery, and training peer leaders or student employees; 12. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and adapting instructional strategies to meet changing student and program needs; Ability to: 13. Establish collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, peer leaders, and students to support student learning and academic achievement.; 14. Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects, schedules, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail; 15. Work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as a collaborative member of a team; 16. Interpret and apply institutional policies, procedures, and program guidelines while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality; 17. Model professionalism, student-centered service, Supplemental Instruction best practices, and the colleges commitment to inclusive excellence and student success; 18. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Experience: More than one year of work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: More than one year of supervisory experience, or one year of work experience in an educational setting
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. https://www.mclennan.edu/employees/procedure-manual/docs/F/FA-II.pdf
McLennan Community College offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our Culture and Benefits here.
Employer McLennan Community College
Address 1400 College Drive
ADM #101
Waco, Texas, 76708
Phone 254-299-8605
254-299-8611
Website http://www.mclennan.edu