Summer Teaching Assistants - World Campus

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in Pennsylvania is seeking Summer Teaching Assistants to support biology courses under the supervision of teaching faculty during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Responsibilities include helping faculty organize coursework, explaining biology concepts to students, and holding office hours or review sessions. Applications are submitted electronically and reviewed as-needed for confirmed openings.

Qualifications

• Full-time registered Penn State students.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with organizing coursework and materials.
• Explain biology concepts to students.
• Hold office hours and/or review sessions to support student learning.

Skills

Teaching

Biology knowledge

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Eberly College of Science, Department of Biology, is looking to hire Summer Teaching Assistants to provide support to Biology courses overseen by the teaching faculty during the 2026-2027 academic year. The Teaching Assistant will help faculty organize coursework, explain biology concepts to students, and hold office hours and/or review sessions. Applications must be submitted electronically with a resume and cover letter. Positions will be given to full-time registered Penn State students. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as the need arises.

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