Teaching Assistant

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,066,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the Physics department in Macon, GA. You will help in classes by handing out materials, assisting peers, and supporting faculty with daily quizzes and worksheets.

Requirements include completing PHY 141 or 161 and demonstrating excellent communication and organizational skills. The role is a student wage position with set hours and a finite term.

Qualifications

• Must have completed PHY 141 or 161.
• Demonstrated excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in class activities: distribute/collect materials and provide peer help.
• Support faculty with quizzes and worksheets outside of class.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

PHY 141/161 completed

Job description

Job Family: Student Regular Wage Department: Physics Supervisor: Sheng-Chiang Lee Job Title: Teaching Assistant Job Description:

In classes: Serve as a teaching assistance in class to assist daily activities, such as handing out and collecting materials, as well as providing peer assistance during group work.

Outside of classes: Assist faculty in daily quizzes and worksheets.

Must have completed PHY 141 or 161 and demonstrated excellent proficiency. The candidate is expected to have excellent communication and organizational skills.

Pay rate: $12.5/hr Scheduled Hours: 6 Start Date: 08/18/2026 End Date: 12/11/2026

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Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note: In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.