Teaching Assistant I

Palo Alto University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

Palo Alto University invites applications for TA I - CLIN 838 1 LGBTQ Issues in Psychotherapy. This student worker position supports the Psychology Department in Palo Alto, CA from 9/10/2026 to 12/9/2026.

Responsibilities include grading, moderating discussions, facilitating group learning, managing Canvas, holding office hours, and assisting with didactics and guest lectures. Enrolled PAU students with strong communication and organization are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student at PAU in good standing.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Advanced understanding of the subject matter.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Able to create a comfortable learning environment for students.
• A strong work ethic, dependable, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow through in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Assistant duties including grading.
• Moderate classroom environment and facilitate online learning activities.
• Manage Canvas and hold office hours.
• Assist with creating/presenting didactics and guest lectures.
• Make course materials accessible and support proctoring exams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Teaching Assistant I

Student Student Worker Palo Alto, CA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1976

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Palo Alto University (PAU), a private, non-profit university, founded in 1975 and located in the heart of Northern California’s Silicon Valley, is a community grounded invalues of social justice, dedicated to addressing pressing and emerging issues inthe fields of psychology and counseling that meet the needs of today’s diverse society. The students at PAU reflect the diversity of the region, are engaged in their education, and committed to improving the lives of others. The University sees diversity inits staff and faculty as very important to serving its diverse student body (or synonymous with inclusive excellence). PAU offers undergraduate and graduate programs with online, hybrid and residential options. PAU has an engaged faculty who make significant contributions to their fields and prepare future leaders who make a difference inthe lives of individuals and communities. When you put all of this together, PAU creates a legacy of confident, competent, and compassionate professionals who are at the forefront of psychology and counseling and who move ahead in life by moving lives ahead.

Position Description

Job Title: TA I - CLIN 838 1 LGBTQ Issues in Psychotherapy

Department: PhD, Psychology Department

Reports To: Kimberly Balsam Date: 9/10/2026 - 12/9/2026

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching Assistant Duties & Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Helping with grading
• Help moderating the classroom environment and making online learning more engaging Facilitating group discussions
• Managing Canvas Holding office hours
• Helping with creating/presenting didactics and guest lectures if interested Making course materials accessible
• Support proctoring exams Creating Assignments Required Qualifications:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Currently enrolled student at PAU in good standing. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Advanced understanding of the subject matter.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent classroom management skills.
• Able to create a comfortable learning environment for students.
• A strong work ethic, dependable, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow through in a timely manner. Ability to apply sound research techniques and logical critical analysis.

EEOC Policy:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to non-discrimination in its hiring and other employment practices and in the application of its personnel policies. In compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists, employment decisions will be made irrespective of the staff member's race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except for minors), sex, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, medical condition (cancer- related or genetic condition), disability and/or any another status protected by law. When necessary, the University will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities, if the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform all essential functions of the position and if it will be done without undue hardship to the University.