Course Grader - Arts & Entertainment Technologies (Open to Work Study and Non-Work Study)

University of Texas at Austin; United States; Remote; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin OnRamps seeks a Course Grader for the Arts & Entertainment Technologies (AET 304) course. The Course Support employee evaluates submissions, uses rubrics, and provides timely feedback in collaboration with the Course Manager and Coordinator.

Pay is $12.00–$14.50 hourly for UT Austin undergraduates; 15 hours per week. Position runs Aug 16–Dec 31, 2026, with employment limited to UT Austin undergraduates. Remote in the Austin area.

Qualifications

• Current UT Austin student in listed programs.
• Knowledge of high school teaching environments.
• At least 1 year of experience in a professional office environment.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop/Illustrator; Design Thinking; BandLab.

Responsibilities

• Critically evaluates Arts and Entertainment Technologies project submissions; uses rubric to provide feedback.
• Attends calibration meetings and trainings to align feedback.
• Assists with seasonal and urgent projects.
• Collaborates with OnRamps staff to support program objectives.

Skills

High school teaching knowledge

Office experience

Photoshop

Illustrator

BandLab

Design Thinking

Education

Current UT Austin undergraduate student in ST: AET, Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Learning Technology, Instructional Design, Fine Arts, or related field

Enrolled as UT Austin undergraduate

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

BandLab

Job description

Job Posting Title

Course Grader - Arts & Entertainment Technologies (Open to Work Study and Non-Work Study)

Hiring Department

OnRamps

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

15

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

Work-Study Job Information

• Melody Morton- Supervisor
• Remote in Austin area
• New OnRamps student employee pay $12.00 hourly. Returning OnRamps student employee pay $13.00 hourly. Returning 2 years or more OnRamps student employee pay $14.00 hourly. Professional development completion and Returning 2 years or more OnRamps student employee pay $14.50

Position effective August 16-December 31, 2026

Ten positions open to The University of Texas at Austin Undergraduate students only.

General Notes

OnRamps prepares students and teachers for success in the classroom and beyond. We build partnerships across K12 and higher education to raise the bar on dynamic experiences that advance student success while lowering barriers to access and opportunity.

Purpose

The Arts & Entertainment Technologies (AET) Course Support employee assists with a variety of needs with the OnRamps AET 304 course. The Course Support employee works in close collaboration with the AET Course Manager and AET Course Coordinator in order to assess student submissions on a variety of projects, evaluating elements of thoughtful, creative, and artistic design. The Course Support employee also provides just-in-time assistance with seasonal and urgent projects.

Responsibilities

• Critically evaluates Arts and Entertainment Technologies project submissions; accurately asses using a rubric; provide thoughtful and focused feedback.
• Attends calibration meetings and participate in training to align feedback and deepen transferrable skills.
• Assists with seasonal and urgent projects that align to the OnRamps mission.
• In collaboration with OnRamps program staff, engage in continuous improvement processes toward achievement of program objectives and staff leadership principles.

Required Qualifications

• Current student at The University of Texas at Austin studying Arts & Entertainment Technologies, Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Learning Technology, Instructional Design, Fine Arts, or related field
• Knowledge of high school teaching and learning environments
• At least 1 year of experience working in a professional office environment
• Basic knowledge of visualization software (Photoshop / Illustrator); Design Thinking; Sound editing software (BandLab)

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current student at The University of Texas at Austin studying Arts & Entertainment Technologies, Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Learning Technology, Instructional Design, Fine Arts, or related field
• Knowledge of high school teaching and learning environments
• More than 1 year of experience working in a professional office environment
• Advanced knowledge of visualization software (Photoshop / Illustrator); Design Thinking; Sound editing software (BandLab)

Salary

$12.00 - $14.50 hourly

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Remote work environment
• Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

Please mark “yes” on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Candidates who fail to attach all additional materials listed, may not be considered for the position.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and if this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.