Learning Support Facilitator at UW-Madison

http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/WebListing/Unclassified/PVLSummary.aspx?pvl_num=76997
Working Title:
Learning Support Facilitator - Physics
Official Title:
ASSOC FACULTY ASSOC(D92FN) or ASST FACULTY ASSOC(D92LN)
Degree and area of specialization:
Minimum of M.S. in Physics or physics-related field required.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

 Previous experience teaching physics or a closely related field at the College/University level. Previous experience using active learning methods, working in learning center(s) a plus. Ability to work with students with many different cultural backgrounds and academic needs required.

Principal duties:

40% - Provides small group supplemental instruction for introductory physics students participating in the Physics Learning Center; includes twice weekly teaching sessions with students and review sessions.
20% - Supervises undergraduate Peer Mentor Tutors and leads course training meeting.
8% - Monitors student performance and maintains records on student data, performance, and attendance.
7% - Coordinates with the course faculty and teaching assistants.
10% - Coordinates with the Physics Learning Center staff and director.
10% - Participates in weekly Physics Learning Center training seminar.
5% - Meeting with Physics Learning Center participants individually on an occasional basis.

Additional Information:
This fixed-term terminal appointment ends 05/25/14 but may be extended or become renewable depending on funding and the needs of the Department.
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Appointment Type: Academic Staff
Department(s): L&S/PHYSICS
Full Time Salary Rate: Minimum $34,487 ACADEMIC (9 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This position will end on MAY 25, 2014.
Appointment percent: 50%
Anticipated begin date: AUGUST 26, 2013
Number of Positions: 1
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION Application must be received by: AUGUST 01, 2013

HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply by uploading your cover letter and CV/Resume in PDF format here: https://www.physics.wisc.edu/apply/pvl_76997/apply.php

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #76997 to:
AIMEE LEFKOW
Phone: 608-263-2267
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Fax: 608-263-0800
1150 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
Email: LEFKOW@HEP.WISC.EDU
MADISON, WISCONSIN 53706

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )


NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.