Teaching Assistant (ENV327W)

Chatham; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University in Pittsburgh is seeking a Teaching Assistant for ENV327W (Writing about Environmental Science) for Fall 2026. The TA will help students meet writing goals, review and edit drafts, and meet with students in person or virtually.

Applicants should have solid written communication skills and prior success in ENV327W is preferred. Availability to attend Fall semester class meetings is required; positions are approved for 300 hours at $15 per hour (20 hours/week for 15 weeks).

Qualifications

• Solid written communication skills.
• Availability to attend Fall semester class meetings.
• Previous ENV327W experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and editing student work.
• Meeting with students to help with writing assignments.
• Directing students to the Writing Center when appropriate.

Skills

Editing

Writing

Communication

Job description

## Teaching Assistant (ENV327W)Applylocations: Pittsburgh, PAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR00000924We value our students! If you see an open position that is right for you, we encourage you to apply!The student awarded this position will work with students in the ENV327W class (Writing about Environmental Science) during Fall 2026 to help them meet the writing goals of the class. Students who have already excelled in ENV327W are preferred, but anyone with solid written communication skills can apply. Applicants must be available to attend the Fall semester's class meetings. The TA will be available to meet with students outside of class hours, either in-person or virtually. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:* As assigned by the instructor, reviewing and editing student work* Meeting with students to help with writing assignments* Possibly directing students to the Writing CenterLEARNING OUTCOMES:* Improved understanding of your own writing skills* Experience mentoring students in their writingApproved for 300 hours (20 hours/week for 15 weeks) at $15/hr.All current student employees should notify their other manager(s) if you work multiple jobs on campus at the same time. Additionally, students may not work more than 20 hours per week (combined between all campus jobs) during the academic year. Students may not exceed 980 work hours per calendar year.Student jobs do not automatically roll over to the next academic year or summer.*Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.**Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*