Part-Time Teaching Assistant- SCIS

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University Park invites applications for a part-time teaching assistant for MIS 479W to start in fall 2026. The successful candidate may expect an average of 10 hours of work per week throughout the regular academic calendar.

The duties include holding office hours, grading assignments and exams, assisting in lab days, and supporting the supervisor during out-of-office periods. Requirements include successful completion of MIS 479W at Penn State.

Qualifications

• Must have successfully completed MIS 479W at Penn State
• Experience assisting in MIS lab or class is a plus

Responsibilities

• Hold office hours 2 hours per week
• Grading assignments utilizing detailed guidelines from supervisor
• Grading exams in collaboration with supervisor
• Attending class on lab days to help students with lab work
• Assisting supervisor with class during out-of-office periods

Skills

Grading support

Office hours

Student assistance

Education

MIS 479W completion

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 Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at Penn State University Park invites applications for a part-time teaching assistant for MIS 479W to start during the fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate may expect an average of 10 hours of work per week throughout the regular academic calendar.

Job Duties

• Hold office hours 2 hours per week
• Grading assignments utilizing detailed guidelines from supervisor
• Grading exams in collaboration with supervisor
• Attending class on lab days to help students with lab work
• Assisting supervisor with class during out-of-office periods

Requirements and Qualifications

• Successful completion of MIS 479W at Penn State

Compensation

The starting rate for this position is $16.00 per hour.

Candidates with questions may contact the department assistant, Autumn Knepp, at [e-mail].

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

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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.

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