Classroom Moderator - Masters in Medical Sciences

Company: Southern California University of Health Sciences
Location: Whittier
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Are You Looking to Make a World of Difference? With over 100 years in healthcare education, Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is evolving both education and healthcare through its vibrant campus culture and integrative philosophy. Our holistic approach to caring permeates everything we do. Consider a career at SCU and help us in making a world of difference Classroom Moderator - Master of Science in Medical Sciences The Moderator is a critical member of the teaching & learning process for the Masters in Medical Science (MSMS) at SCU. The moderator will work directly with faculty and students in a synchronous distance education environment delivering an evidence-based multi-modal curriculum and using technology to enhance student learning. The moderator will report directly to the Program Director for the MSMS degree. The MSMS Classroom Moderator role is a position that will be more focused on the in classroom technology and In Classroom Session (ICS) logistics. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, fast-paced, well-organized, roll-up-your sleeve support personnel and a genuine passion for assisting nontraditional students. This position will likely not provide advising support services to the MSMS students (depending on candidate background). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: As a Moderator, you will be responsible for the following: Setup & support the Classroom for In-Class Sessions (ICS) Setup Zoom conference and audio / visual equipment for class start daily Solve Zoom and/or AV equipment issues, e.g., technical troubleshooting skills Moderate student questions during ICS session Facilitate Dynamic Classroom learning methodology Assist students with using I Clicker, Canvas LMS, and other educational tech platforms Assist in organizing and moderating Small Group Discussions based on Instructor---s guidelines Collect / aggregate student questions During ICS, help students ask questions to the Instructor on Zoom Before & After ICS, listen to students--- questions, issues, & concerns and then communicate the questions back to the SCUHS Instructor Meet with and provide actionable intelligence to Program Director Working with SCUHS faculty to monitor student progress & identify students at-risk Update the Program Director on weekly basis with at-risk students & intervention / remediation steps being taken Support / proctor exams Support students during exams by helping with Examplify installation and issues Communicate and troubleshooting exam administration issues with faculty and PD Communicate with SCUHS Instructors Serve as a conduit for students to convey their feedback to faculty & staff Alert faculty & staff about student issues as soon as they are known, then help to resolve the issues. Requirements PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFATIONS: Bachelor---s degree in relevant education, science, or health science discipline required. Master---s highly preferred. Experience using educational technology platforms used in higher education, preferably Canvas LMS, ExamSoft, etc Strong knowledge of current and best practices in graduate education Teaching experience (preferred) Experience with distance education Experience working with diverse student populations Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to communicate at all levels with tact and diplomacy to achieve goals Demonstrated organizational ability and attention to details Demonstrated ability to work across all areas of a complex organization Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty on health science education ICS ATTENDANCE : Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled work breaks; where applicable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. SCU Core Values: Integrative Health: We teach, learn, collaborate, and lead by creating an open environment for multiple disciplines and professionals to bring their shared and unique skills together for the benefit of patients and students. Evidence-based Practice: We value a culture of inquiry, assessment, research, scholarship, and judicious use of current best evidence to inform our decisions and work. Health Equity: We value people equally. We strive to educate graduates that are prepared to improve individual and community health. Inclusivity: We welcome everyone regardless of age, race, ethnicity, class, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, or any other similar or protected status. We believe inclusivity leads to more diversity in our reasoning, better representativeness in our conclusions, more ingenuity in our problem solving, and greater equity in our care Benefits [Benefits may be subject to change and are dependent on type of employment] Twelve--- yes TWELVE paid holidays per year E.V. Charging Stations Free Employee Parking 15% off Logo Merchandise at Campus Store (www.shopscu.com) On-Site Chiropractic Treatment: No Charge for Employee / $25 per session for Family and Friends On-Site Acupuncture Treatment: $10 per session for Employee / $25 per session for Family and Friends On-site World Class Human Performance Training at only $39/month for unlimited sessions OR complementary use of the University---s student managed weight/exercise facility On-Site 1400 sq. ft. Yoga Studio with access to our tranquil herbal garden 10 paid sick days per year--- 2 to 4 weeks of rolling vacation accrual------ An active culture calendar including: team happy hours---, lunch & learns, enrichment events, and more. Employer sponsored 401(A) Retirement Plan with optional 403(B) Medical Benefits: 5 plans to choose from with 1 plan free (employee only) Dental Benefits: 2 plans to choose from with 1 plan free (employee only) Vision Benefits: Complementary insurance through VSP (employee only) Life Insurance: 1x Annual Salary Additional Voluntary Benefits including: Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Indemnity, Cancer Care, and more. ------ Fees apply when charging vehicle. Co-Pays may be applicable depending on insurance --- These hours do not roll over at the end of the year and cannot be banked. --- --- Accrual rate and maximum hour cap depend on the position held by the individual and the amount of time said individual has been employed by the University (3.08, 4.62, or 6.15 hours/pay period). --- ---Happy Hour--- events are only authorized by individual area Vice-Presidents and the University President. If held, attendance is never mandatory. Non-alcoholic beverages as well as food are always provided. --- --- These voluntary benefits are made possible through SCU---s relationship with both ADP and Aflac; as such, SCU is not responsible for program or claim administration.

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