Part-Time Teaching Assistant -RHS

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA invites applications for a Part-Time Teaching Assistant - RHS for Fall 2026 in EPCSE. Responsibilities include instructing and organizing coursework, holding office hours, and grading assignments using established criteria.

Preference given to students enrolled in EPCSE programs. Applicants should submit CV, references, and a cover letter electronically. Background checks will be conducted as per university policy.

Qualifications

• Specialized advanced knowledge in Rehabilitation Human Services and Counseling.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience as a grader or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience using technology in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Instructing and organizing coursework and explaining course concepts to students.
• Hold office hours and/or review sessions.
• Grade homework, papers, examinations, etc. promptly and document grades using established criteria.
• Other administrative duties related to the course.

Skills

Specialized knowledge in RHS & Couns

Collegiate teaching experience

Tech in education settings

Job description

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

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The department of EPCSE with the College of Education invites applications for part-time academic job of Part-Time Teaching Assistant -RHS for the academic term of Fall 2026

Job Duties

• Instructing and organizing coursework and explaining course concepts to students.
• Hold office hours and/or review sessions.
• Grade homework, papers, examinations, etc. promptly and document grades using established criteria.
• Other administrative duties related to the course.

Requirements and Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Specialized advanced knowledge in subject areas of Rehabilitation Human Services and Counseling.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience either as a grader, or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working with and using technology in educational settings.

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a current resume/curriculum vitae (CV), the names and contact information of two (2) references (professors/past employer), and a cover letter.

Preference will be given to students currently enrolled in one of the EPCSE programs. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as the need arises.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

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 reviewhere.

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