Instructional Assistants (Part-Time), Youth and Teen Programs

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking part-time Extension Lecturers / Instructional Assistants for the Youth and Teen Programs (YTP) in UW Continuum College. In-person classes on the UW Seattle campus and online formats are used to deliver engaging curricula.

You will supervise youth, take attendance, assist with class operations and safety, attend orientations, and help create a collaborative learning space.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working online in Canvas and Zoom.
• Experience working with youth in informal learning settings.
• Ability to collaborate with and support classroom instructors.
• Experience supporting youth of differing abilities and learning styles.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to provide instructional support with minimal supervision.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Supervise enrolled youth (online or in-person).
• Take daily attendance promptly and accurately.
• Participate in opening/closing events for the program.
• Ensure safety and well-being of students under supervision.
• Attend staff orientation and meetings as required.
• Assist in creating a classroom environment conducive to hands-on learning.
• Notify program staff of issues or concerns.
• Schedule and assist with midday supervised lunch for students.

Skills

Canvas

Zoom

Youth work

Collaboration

Communication

Diversity awareness

Punctuality

Work authorization US

Education

Bachelor's preferred

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: Continuum College

Location

Seattle, WA

Open Date

Sep 30, 2026

Description

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’refocused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. By looking ahead and experimenting withnew approaches,we’recreating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.

UW Continuum College (UWC² ) has a range of outstanding opportunities for instructional assistants to work on special course topics designed for children and teens in our Youth and Teen programs (YTP). Youth & Teen Programs run academically focused enrichment courses during the summer quarter. Our instructional assistants assist in the integration of UW resources and delivery of academically rich curricula offered in a fun, safe learning environment in both in-person and online formats. In-person classes are held on the UW Seattle campus. Applicants will be considered for courses occurring June 2027 through August 2027.

The pay range for these positions is $22.14 - 36.30 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Length of assignments and shifts vary depending on specific staffing needs of individual courses and programs.

Youth and Teen program Instructional Assistants...

• Supervise enrolled youth (facilitating online or in-person interactions and activities)
• Take daily attendancepromptly and accurately
• Participate in opening/closing events associated with specific program
• Ensure the safety and well-being of studentsunder their supervision, adhering to applicable UW and YTP policies of interactions with youth
• Attend staff orientation and meetings as required
• Assist in creating a classroom environment conducive to cooperative and hands-on learning
• Notify Youth and Teen Program administrative staff of any issues and concerns
• Schedule depending, assist with midday supervised lunch of middle and elementary school students

Employees in the UWC² Youth and Teen Program must complete all required training and successfully pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

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

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Comfortable working online in Canvas and Zoom(Virtual classes)
• Experience working withyouthin informal learning settings
• Ability to collaborate with and support classroom instructors
• Experience supportingyouthof differing abilities, motivational levels, and learning styles
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability and desire to successfully work with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Willingness to provide instructional support with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of professionalism, punctuality, and content relevance for youth
• Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced student, educator, or professional in selected field, Bachelor’s preferred

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

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