Classroom & Lab Assistant Pool-Career & Technical Education

Parkland College; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 26,918 - 28,516; Part time

Job summary

Parkland College in Champaign, IL, on-campus part-time position, up to 19 hours per week. Hourly rate ranges from $19.54 to $20.70, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This pooled position accepts applications year-round; selected applicants may be contacted as openings become available. The Classroom Assistant & Lab Assistant supports the course instructor, helps prepare materials, and fosters a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Background check will be conducted post-offer.
• Strong communication skills, both in person and on the phone.
• Ability to work inclusively in a diverse setting.
• Maintain confidentiality and punctuality.
• Work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom instruction.
• Prepare laboratory materials.
• Obtain and distribute course materials.
• Assist with completing forms per department procedures; submit reports as required.
• Operate office equipment (copiers, PCs, phones).
• Work independently and efficiently.
• May assist with special projects and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

Attention to detail

Diversity & inclusion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

This position is an on-campus, part-time, up-to 19-hour appointment based in Champaign, Illinois. Hourly Rate is between $19.54 - $20.70 commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a pooled position, which means applications are accepted year-round. When an opening becomes available, qualified applicants from the pool may be contacted for interviews. NOTE: We only review applications submitted within the last six months, so remember to keep your application updated. The Classroom Assistant (CA) & Lab Assistant is a part-time, 19‑hour‑or‑less per week position that provides support to the course instructor to ensure the effective delivery of the required materials and to foster a positive learning environment. Roles may vary depending on the course. The position will work on a schedule established by their supervisor. The CA & Lab Assistant must be able to work independently from written or verbal instructions and work well with instructors.

Applicants Must Submit

• An online employment application
• Cover letter
• Resume or CV

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with classroom instruction.
• Preparing laboratory materials.
• Obtaining and distributing course materials.
• Assist with completing forms in accordance with department procedures; submit reports and other materials as required.
• Operate office equipment, such as copiers, PCs, and/or phone systems.
• Work independently and efficiently.
• May assist with special projects and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post offer, pre‑employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone. Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to work inclusively in a diverse setting.
• Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance.
• Appropriate attire as discussed for the work environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• In an effort to comply with SURS return‑to‑work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15‑139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self‑Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump‑sum payment.

Equal Opportunity Employer