WS - CJ Teaching Assistant ( Roberts) - FWS

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Pikeville is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Criminal Justice to support instruction by preparing course materials, grading, and coordinating with guest speakers for experiential learning such as mock trials and field visits.

The role involves facilitating discussions, providing academic support to students, and maintaining organized records. Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing with a schedule that includes classroom hours.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing.
• Preferred skills include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Social Media; attention to detail; active listening; public speaking; written and verbal communication; customer focus; willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and distribute lecture materials, handouts, and online resources.
• Assist in grading exams, quizzes, and assignments while maintaining accurate student records.
• Facilitate small-group discussions and support classroom activities (mock trials, role-playing).
• Provide one-on-one or small-group academic support to students.
• Coordinate logistics with guest speakers, law-enforcement professionals, or community partners.
• Support experiential learning opportunities (mock trials, field visits) and related materials.
• Update the LMS with course resources and announcements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Public Speaking

Active Listening

Written & Verbal Communication

Customer Focus

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Social Media

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT Roberts

Division: CAS Department: Criminal Justice Experience: Mid-level

Supervisor/Reports To: Dr. Timothy Roberts Start Date: 8/25/2025

The Teaching Assistant in Criminal Justice supports engaging and effective instruction by preparing course materials, grading assignments, maintaining organized records, and assisting with classroom activities. The role facilitates discussions, offers academic support to students, and helps coordinate guest speakers and experiential learning opportunities such as mock trials or field visits.

Responsibilities and Career Competencies

• Prepare, organize, and distribute lecture materials, handouts, and online resources – C, T, P
• Assist in grading exams, quizzes, and assignments while maintaining accurate student records – CT, T, P
• Facilitate small‑group discussions and support classroom activities (e.g., mock trials, role‑playing exercises) – C, TW, CT
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group academic support to students needing clarification on course topics – C, CSD
• Coordinate logistics with guest speakers, law‑enforcement professionals, or community partners for special class sessions – C, TW, L
• Support experiential learning opportunities (mock trials, field visits) and assist with related materials and logistics – C, TW, P
• Update the learning management system (LMS) with course resources and announcements as directed – T, P

Competencies/Skills

Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self-Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Education Requirements

Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing.

Preferred Skills

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Social Media & New Technology; attention to detail; strong active listening; public speaking; written & verbal communication; customer‑focused; willingness to learn new things.

Work Schedule

M 9–11; T 9–12; W 9–11; R 9–12; F 9–11 (hours may vary depending on workload).

Work Conditions

Classroom and office environment.

Physical Demands

Keyboarding; reaching/handling.

Number of Positions

1

Pay Rate

$10.50/hour

Location

ARM 425

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or admission of students.