Osteopathic Med TA - Lab Support & Student Mentorship

Kansas Health Science Center; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Kansas Health Science University is seeking Teaching Assistants for the Osteopathic Medicine Department to facilitate laboratory sessions for first-year students under faculty supervision and assist with questions as directed.

Candidates must be a 2nd year student in good standing with strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity; duties include preparing sessions, assisting with equipment, and maintaining a professional learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a 2nd year student.
• In good standing and passing all classes.

Responsibilities

• Review the lecture material for first-year students and assist with new techniques based on the material.
• Manage and prepare for individual and/or group sessions.
• Recognize and utilize study techniques within different learning styles and student preferences.
• Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students’ diverse cultures, language skills, and experiences.
• Utilize feedback and reflection to improve practice.
• Provide direct assistance in the use of equipment, learning objects, and materials needed for student success.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Discretion and confidentiality

Organizational skills

Interpersonal relationships

Diversity commitment

Education

2nd year student

Job description

Kansas Health Science University is seeking Teaching Assistants for the Osteopathic Medicine Department to facilitate laboratory sessions for first-year students under faculty supervision and assist with questions as directed.

Candidates must be a 2nd year student in good standing with strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity; duties include preparing sessions, assisting with equipment, and maintaining a professional learning environment.