Part-time Teaching Assistant

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for a 10-hour-per-week teaching assistant position in the Physics 211 labs and recitations. The TA will assist in leading sessions and supporting student engagement under the supervision of PSU Physics faculty.

Previous teaching experience with PSU Physics is required; graduate coursework in physics is strongly preferred. This role emphasizes active learning, clear communication, and helping students master core physics concepts in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience with PSU Physics is required.
• Graduate coursework in physics is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead labs and recitations for physics 211.

Skills

Teaching experience

Lab supervision

Education

Graduate coursework in physics

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The physics department seeks a 10 hour per week teaching assistant for work leading labs and recitations in physics 211. Previous teaching experience with PSU Physics required; graduate coursework in physics strongly preferred.

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