Global Agriculture TA: Hunger, Food Systems & Policy

The Pennsylvania State University; Struble (PA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ag Sciences Global invites applications for a Teaching Assistant position for INTAG 100N: Everyone Eats: Hunger, Food Security & Global Agriculture. The TA will support the professor, facilitate student engagement, and assist undergraduates studying global agricultural systems, food security, sustainability, and policy.

The ideal candidate will have strong interest in global agriculture and public policy, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in an academic setting.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of an undergraduate program.
• Strong knowledge of global agricultural systems, food security, sustainability, and policy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with other professors.
• Experience taking INTAG 100N.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and distribute course materials, including reviewing content on Canvas.
• Provide feedback on assignments, exams, and projects in a timely and constructive manner.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and other assessments, ensuring consistency and fairness in evaluation.

Skills

Communication

Teaching experience

Organizational skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Undergrad program

INTAG 100N completed

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Ag Sciences Global invites applications for a Teaching Assistant position for INTAG 100N: Everyone Eats: Hunger, Food Security & Global Agriculture. The TA will support the professor, facilitate student engagement, and assist undergraduates studying global agricultural systems, food security, sustainability, and policy.

The ideal candidate will have strong interest in global agriculture and public policy, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in an academic setting.