Part-Time Teaching Assistants, Department of Kinesiology

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

Job summary

Penn State University seeks qualified Part-Time Teaching Assistants for the Kinesiology Department for Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024. The role involves supporting faculty by assisting in courses, grading, and guiding students. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or relevant experience and are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• General assistance with a small number of courses.
• Holding office hours to answer students’ questions.
• Grading assignments and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Proctoring exams and assisting with Canvas support.
• Facilitating efforts of the instructor of record.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...\_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . 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. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Part-Time Teaching Assistants, Department of Kinesiology

The Kinesiology Department has a need for qualified Part-Time Teaching Assistants for Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024 semesters. Our need primarily involves general assistance with a small number of courses including holding office hours to answer students’ questions, grading assignments and assessments, proctoring exams, helping with Canvas, and facilitating the efforts of the instructor of record. We invite applications from qualified applicants preferably with at least a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field, and/or an equivalent knowledge based on experience. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

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