Professional Aide

Michigan State University College of Engineering; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Michigan State University College of Engineering is seeking a temporary or on-call Professional Aide to support classroom instruction and program activities. You will assist the program lead, prepare materials, and track student progress to ensure effective learning outcomes.

This role requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work with a diverse student population within program hours. The position is temporary or on-call with flexible scheduling and student-focused duties.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the relevant subject area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience in teaching or instructional support.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Willingness to work with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Assist the program lead in classroom instruction and activities.
• Prepare and organize course materials and resources.
• Document and track student progress and outcomes.
• Support student lessons and provide guidance as needed.

Skills

Subject area proficiency

Strong communication

Instruction experience

Team collaboration

Diversity disclosure/engagement

Job description

Position Summary (Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Professional Aides are directly responsible for assisting the program lead in a classroom setting in the development and implementation of material, documenting students progress, preparation of course content and supporting student lessons.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in desired subject area


• Strong communication skills


• Prior instruction experience


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team


• Willingness to work with diverse student population

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Hours

Within program operation hours