Part Time Course Assistant - 2026

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 18,093 - 25,769; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rutgers University – Newark is seeking a Part Time Course Assistant for 2026 to support faculty across traditional, hybrid, and online course formats. The role involves LMS assistance, meeting attendance, and material preparation under faculty direction.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Rutgers emphasizes equal opportunity employment and adherence to immunization policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with their course(s) – may include traditional lecture, hybrid and/or fully online courses and provide LMS software assistance.
• Attend all assigned course meetings, at the discretion of the faculty member teaching the course.
• Prepare course materials (syllabi, presentations, hand-outs, reading materials, etc.) as directed by the faculty member.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and critically assess student work and academic standards.
• Respond to student emails and inquiries and address student concerns.
• Practice innovative educational methodology.
• Assist with research assignments.
• Proctor course exams, if applicable and approved by the faculty member.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Details

Title: Part Time Course Assistant – 2026

Department: Human Resources Newark

Location: Rutgers University – Newark; open to applicants in Newark, New Brunswick and off‑campus locations

Job Type: Part Time

Salary: Minimum $15.92 per hour

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with their course(s) – may include traditional lecture, hybrid and/or fully online courses and provide LMS software assistance.
• Attend all assigned course meetings, at the discretion of the faculty member teaching the course.
• Prepare course materials (syllabi, presentations, hand‑outs, reading materials, etc.) as directed by the faculty member.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and critically assess student work and academic standards.
• Respond to student emails and inquiries and address student concerns.
• Practice innovative educational methodology.
• Assist with research assignments.
• Proctor course exams, if applicable and approved by the faculty member.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience as a teaching/course assistant.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (not specified)

Pre‑Employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement