Ceramics Studio Accessibility Assistant (Part-Time)

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Student Disability Resources is seeking a part-time Educational Assistant to support a visually impaired student in ART 080: Introduction to Ceramics during Fall 2026 at the Mont Alto campus. The role involves verbal descriptions of demonstrations, tools, materials, and ongoing class activities to enable full participation in hands-on studio work.

In-person position with a schedule of Thursday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, approximately 15–20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Able to schedule time outside of class to assist with coursework and assignments.
• Able to work approximately 15 to 20 hours per week.
• Strong organizational, communication, and note-taking skills.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist a visually impaired student in ART 080: Introduction to Ceramics by providing verbal descriptions of demonstrations, tools, materials, techniques, and ongoing class and lab activities.
• Describe the status and progress of projects, artwork, and hands-on assignments to support the student's access to course content and full participation while promoting independence.
• Verbally communicate visual information presented by the instructor, classmates, or in course materials as needed.
• Assist with accessing and interacting with tools, equipment, and materials at the student's direction while following all studio safety procedures.
• Complete other duties as assigned by SDR.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organization

Note-taking

Disability awareness (preferred)

Job description

Penn State University’s Student Disability Resources is seeking a part-time Educational Assistant to support a visually impaired student in ART 080: Introduction to Ceramics during Fall 2026 at the Mont Alto campus. The role involves verbal descriptions of demonstrations, tools, materials, and ongoing class activities to enable full participation in hands-on studio work.

In-person position with a schedule of Thursday evenings from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, approximately 15–20 hours per week.