STUDENT-Chemistry Learning Assistant

Ithaca College; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Ithaca College is seeking teaching assistants for the academic year 2025-26 in the chemistry department. Responsibilities include providing instructional and administrative support, ensuring lab safety, and actively engaging with students. This part-time role offers an hourly pay rate of $15.50, contributing to a vibrant educational experience.

Qualifications

• Must provide instructional and administrative support in chemistry labs or lectures.
• Engage proactively with students and faculty.
• Assist with laboratory safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty in preparing laboratory materials and facilitating discussions.
• Run independent help sessions and collect data on instrumentation.
• Ensure student adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Instructional support

Administrative support

Data collection

Student engagement

Safety protocols

Education

Enrolled in a relevant academic program

Job description

For academic year 2025-26, teaching assistants will be expected to support and enhance the student experience in chemistry labs or lectures, by providing instructional and administrative support to faculty and students in their assigned classes. Expected duties may include assisting faculty with the safe preparation of laboratory materials, collecting data on instrumentation, running independent help sessions, correcting (but not assigning grades to) student work, and facilitation of class discussion. Laboratory assistants will ensure all students are following the proper safety protocols, and will ensure the labs are clean and well-maintained. Teaching assistants will be expected to be proactive in their engagement with students in the classes/labs and should work closely with the faculty member to ensure the course goals are being met.

Pay Rate: $15.50/hour

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to Student Employment at [e-mail].