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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Part-Time Educational Assistant to support a student with a mobility impairment during the Spring 2026 Semester at the Penn State Behrend Campus. The role involves assisting with classroom-based writing as a scribe, reading course materials aloud, organizing in-class materials, and helping the student during exams and assignments without teaching course content independently.

Highlights

Assist a student with writing tasks by acting as a scribe, handwriting or typing as instructed.
Read course-related content and assessments aloud to the student as needed.
Organize and prepare in-class materials like texts, slides, and problem sets for synchronous use with instructors and class.
Assist the student in clarifying course materials by facilitating meetings with the instructor before or after class.
Attend scheduled class sessions in person at Penn State Behrend and work approximately 10 to 20 hours per week, including outside class time.
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not mandatory.
Job-related training will be provided; the assistant will not teach course material.
Employment requires successful completion of background checks according to University policies.
Position supports Student Disability Resources and the student during the Spring 2026 semester.
The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, respect, and belonging.

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Student Disability Resources (SDR) is looking for a part-time Educational Assistant for a student who has a mobility impairment taking courses during the Spring 2026 Semester. The individual hired for this role will assist the student with classroom-based writing and materials organization to ensure access to lecture and classroom information and assist the student during exams. In addition, they may also assist with completing homework assignments and assessments outside of class. Primary duties include:

Scribe

Act as a scribe for the student. Handwrite or type the content according to the student's exact instructions.

Reader

Read course-related content aloud as needed by the student.
Read assessments aloud as needed by the student and directed by SDR.

Materials Organization

Finding and organizing in-class materials (e.g., text. PowerPoint slides, problem sets. graphics) for synchronous use with the instructor and class.
Assisting the student before or after class in meeting with the instructor to get clarification of material and information, as needed.

Other

Other tasks as assigned by SDR.

Requirements:

Time commitment:
- Attend scheduled class sessions in-person, on the Penn State Behrend Campus.
- Able to schedule time outside of class to work on course assignments.
- Able to work an estimated 10 to 20 per week.
Previous experience working with individuals who have disabilities is preferred but not required.

Additional Notes

Job-related training will be provided.
The individual hired for this role is not responsible for individually teaching course material.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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