Graduate Assistant - 5 Positions Available

Marshall University; Huntington, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV is seeking Graduate Assistants for the ASD College Program. Mentors support college students with ASD in academics, social and independent living skills, oversee evening study halls, assist in test proctoring, and participate in social activities throughout the semester.

The role requires regular communication with students and staff Support Specialists, attendance at staff trainings, and enrollment in a master’s program while holding a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and enrolled full time in a master’s program.
• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD in a higher education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentors spend time directly supporting MU students, clients of the MU Clinic, or other individuals in need of professional services.
• Oversee evening study halls and assist in test proctoring.
• Plan and participate in various social activities during the semester.
• Regularly communicate and meet with students and staff Support Specialists.

Skills

Mentoring ASD students

Study hall supervision

Test proctoring

Communication with staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree required and enrolled in master’s program

Job description

Description of GA Assignment

Description of GA Assignment GA: Clinical Practice - The department will assign you to various tasks that will require you to provide professional service to MU students, clients of a MU Clinic, or other individuals in need of professional services provided by the office.

Job Description Summary

Summer Semester 2026

Graduate Assistants hired with the College Program for Students with ASD work as mentors for college students with ASD in academic, social, and independent living development areas. Time is spent directly supporting participating students as they navigate the college environment. Mentors are required to oversee evening study halls, help assist in test proctoring, as well as plan and participate in various social activities throughout the semester. This role requires that mentors regularly communicate and meet with their students and staff Support Specialists. Mentors are expected to attend any staff training that occurs during the semester.

Department

Department ASD College Program - MU2432

Location

Location MU - Marshall University

Semester

Semester Summer Semester

Hours Per Week Full Time (20 hrs a week)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required and enrolled full time in a master’s program.

Experience

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD in a higher education setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience

Posting Number

Posting Number MU2992GA

Open Date

Open Date 03/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755