Nutrition Instructional Assistant — Part-Time, On-Campus

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University invites applications for an Instructional Assistant on a part-time, in-person basis at its Main Campus in Phoenix. The role focuses on mentoring students, supporting learning in the College of Natural Sciences, and collaborating with faculty to enhance instructional quality.

Responsibilities include tutoring, helping with lesson prep and grading, holding office hours, and facilitating review sessions while reinforcing course concepts and a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Must reside in Arizona and be available to work in person on GCU’s Main Campus
• Successfully completed coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, or Exercise Science with a grade of B or higher
• Strong communication and classroom support skills
• Previous tutoring, teaching, mentoring, or instructional support experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with faculty to support classroom instruction and student engagement
• Assist with lesson preparation, grading, and classroom facilitation
• Hold weekly office hours to provide tutoring and academic support
• Reinforce course concepts through one-on-one and group assistance
• Support classroom management and proctor examinations
• Observe and report student progress to faculty
• Facilitate review sessions and supplemental instruction opportunities
• Help create a collaborative and encouraging learning environment
• Uphold and support the mission and values of Grand Canyon University

Skills

Communication skills

Tutoring/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree (completed)

Nutrition/Dietetics/Exercise Science coursework with B or higher

Job description

Grand Canyon University invites applications for an Instructional Assistant on a part-time, in-person basis at its Main Campus in Phoenix. The role focuses on mentoring students, supporting learning in the College of Natural Sciences, and collaborating with faculty to enhance instructional quality.

Responsibilities include tutoring, helping with lesson prep and grading, holding office hours, and facilitating review sessions while reinforcing course concepts and a supportive learning environment.