Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Penn State University; University Park (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated part-time teaching assistant for the 2024-2025 academic year. This role offers the opportunity to engage with students by holding office hours, grading assignments, and assisting in laboratory sessions. Ideal for current Penn State students, this position allows you to contribute to the educational experience while gaining valuable teaching experience. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in an academic setting. Join a vibrant community and support fellow students in their learning journey!

Qualifications

• Must be a current student at Penn State University.
• Experience with grading and assisting in laboratory sessions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Hold office hours to assist students with course material.
• Grade assignments and keep records in CANVAS.
• Assist with laboratory and recitation sessions.

Skills

Grading assignments

Office hours management

Laboratory assistance

Record keeping in CANVAS

Researching business materials

Education

Current student at Penn State

Tools

CANVAS

Job description

Part-Time Teaching Assistant

Apply locations Penn State University Park time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ_0000064018

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

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:

Dr. Michael Waldhier, in the Smeal College of Business, is searching for a part-time teaching assistant throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, starting immediately. The successful candidate will work up to 4 hours per week at a rate of $15.00 per hour.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Holding office hours

• Grading assignments

• Keeping records in CANVAS

• Assisting with laboratory & recitation sessions

• Searching the business press for relevant materials

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age