Part-Time Teaching Assistant – MIS 441 + BA 841

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for a part-time teaching assistant to assist Dr. Qian Chen at University Park for Fall 2026. The successful candidate will work 10 hours per week during the academic semester, supporting grading, student help sessions, and inquiries.

Requirements include completing MIS 441 and/or BA 841 at Penn State. Compensation starts at $16.00 per hour; background checks apply. Contact Autumn Knepp at [e-mail] with questions.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of MIS 441 and/or BA 841 at Penn State.

Responsibilities

• Grade assignments and exams following the instructor's grading guidelines.
• Provide weekly office hours and make-up exams to support student progress.
• Respond to student inquiries via email/Zoom in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Grading

Student support

Communication

Education

MIS 441

BA 841

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at Penn State University Park invites applications for one part-time teaching assistant to start in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will assist Dr. Qian Chen for 10 hours per week during the academic semester.

Job Duties

• Grade Assignments + Exams: Evaluate homework, quizzes, exams, or projects in a timely and fair manner, following the instructor's grading guidelines. Provide constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Provide Student Support: Hold weekly office hours/make-up exams to assist students, clarify course content, and support their academic progress.
• Respond to Student Inquiries: Answer student questions via email/Zoom in a timely and professional manner with the intent to reinforce student understanding.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of MIS 441 and/or BA 841 at Penn State.

Compensation

Starting rate for this position is $16.00 per hour. Candidates with questions may contact the department assistant, Autumn Knepp, at [e-mail].

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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