Food Science 223 Grader

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in the United States is seeking a part-time grader for Food Science 223 (Understanding Science Through Wine Beer and Bread). The role requires 8–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling and is performed remotely.

The grader will assess discussion posts and assignments using a rubric, provide constructive feedback to students, and report progress to the instructor. Canvas experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication
• Ability to meet deadlines remotely
• Experience with grading or online discussions is a plus

Responsibilities

• Grade discussion posts and assignments using the provided rubric
• Communicate feedback to students
• Provide status updates to the instructor
• Coordinate with the instructor virtually as needed

Skills

Good communication skills

Independent worker

Tools

Canvas

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Food Science Department in the College of Agricultural Sciences is looking for a part-time grader for Food Science 223 (Understanding Science Through Wine Beer and Bread). The ideal candidate will be available 8-20 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on workload. The grader will work remotely and will be responsible for grading discussion posts and assignments. The grader will meet with the instructor online to review grading criteria and any questions that arise as well as communicate progress with the instructor.

• Grading discussion posts following a grading rubric provided by the instructor.
• Communicate feedback to students.
• Provide status updates to the instructor.
• Perform other duties as assigned (ex: keep track of assignment extensions) Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines remotely. Good communication skills are necessary. Experience with Canvas is preferred.

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