Instructional Assistants (Part-Time)

UW Medicine; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking returning part-time instructional assistants for non-credit programs. In this dynamic role, you will engage with students, support instructors, and facilitate online learning experiences. As part of a diverse community, you will help create inclusive educational opportunities that empower learners from various backgrounds. This position offers flexible assignments and the chance to contribute to innovative educational programs. If you are passionate about teaching and mentoring adult learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as an instructional assistant or extension lecturer is essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support instructors in remote class sessions and respond to student inquiries.
• Monitor student engagement and provide grading support as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

Prior experience as UWC2 Instructional Assistant

Professional experience relevant to course topics

Tools

Zoom

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: Continuum College: PCE

Location

Seattle, WA

Open Date

Feb 11, 2025

Description

Limited Recruitment: Open to current, and former, Continuum College Extension Lecturers only.

The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service.

UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. As a diverse community that values inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a respectful, supportive workplace where innovation comes to life. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.

UW Continuum College (UWC2) has a range of outstanding opportunities for returning part-time instructional assistants in non-credit programs. Instructional assistants serve a key role in our non-credit programs engaging with students, collaborating with the instructor, grading student work, and monitoring student progress.

The pay range for these positions is $20.76 - 35.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Length of assignments and shifts vary depending on specific staffing needs of individual courses and programs.

Professional and Continuing Education Returning Instructional Assistants…

• Support instructor in facilitating remote class sessions, if relevant (e.g., helping to manage Zoom).
• Serve as the primary responder to student inquiries such as content questions, assignment questions, policies, etc. Use discretion on when to escalate questions to the instructor or the appropriate administrative staff. Timely response is 24 hours for email and discussion board posts and 72 hours to grade assignments.
• Monitor student engagement with the online course materials and with peers, including online discussion forums.
• Check in with students as needed to support their progress in the course.
• Coordinate with the course instructor to ensure curriculum continuity.
• Provide grading support as directed by the instructor.
• Collaborate with program manager, instructor, and the rest of the instructional team to address student course evaluation feedback.
• Work collaboratively with the course instructor, adapting an approach based on feedback and sound pedagogical practices.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, timeliness, and content relevance for diverse adult students.
• Complete instructor onboarding process, relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed or required.
• Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies.

Continuum College non-credit courses are generally 10 weeks in duration and align with the UW academic quarter calendar. Continuum College offers courses in a variety of formats – see the course webpage to find out about the available formats. Information on UWC² non-credit programs may be found at https://www.pce.uw.edu/program-finder.

UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Instructional Assistants are Academic Staff, not faculty. These are part-time, temporary positions.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience as a UWC2 Instructional Assistant or Extension Lecturer.
• Minimum one year of professional experience relevant to the course topics or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability, and desire, to work with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States. These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching or mentoring experience, particularly with adult learners.
• Prior experience with online learning.

Application Instructions

To apply to be an instructional assistant for a Continuum College non-credit course, please submit the following:

• A cover letter describing your areas of interest. At the top of the cover letter, please identify the specific UWC2 program(s) and/or course(s) you have supported in the past and are interested in supporting in the future (see https://www.pce.uw.edu/program-finder). Applications that do not contain this information, called out clearly at the top of the cover letter, will not be considered.
• Resume or CV
• Names and contact information of three references. [optional]

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and review of applications will occur intermittently dependent on program needs.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].