Pennsylvania State University
Part-Time Teaching Assistant -RHS
Edtech.com's Summary
- Instruct and organize coursework; explain course concepts to students.
- Hold office hours and/or review sessions for students.
- Grade homework, papers, and examinations promptly using established criteria.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned related to the course.
- Require specialized advanced knowledge in Rehabilitation Human Services and Counseling.
- Expect collegiate-level teaching experience as a grader or teaching assistant.
- Require experience using technology in educational settings.
- Preference given to students enrolled in EPCSE programs.
- Position is part-time for the academic term of Fall 2026.
- Employment requires successful completion of background checks per university policy.
Part-Time Teaching Assistant -RHS Full Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
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
The department of EPCSE with the College of Education invites applications for part-time academic job of Part-Time Teaching Assistant -RHS for the academic term of Fall 2026
Job Duties
Specific responsibilities will vary according to the needs of the course and instructor to which the Course Assistant is assigned. These responsibilities may include:
⢠Instructing and organizing coursework and explaining course concepts to students.
⢠Hold office hours and/or review sessions.
⢠Grade homework, papers, examinations, etc. promptly and document grades using established criteria.
⢠Other administrative duties related to the course.
Requirements and Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
⢠Specialized advanced knowledge in subject areas of Rehabilitation Human Services and Counseling.
⢠Collegiate-level teaching experience either as a grader, or Teaching Assistant.
⢠Experience working with and using technology in educational settings.
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a current resume/curriculum vitae (CV), the names and contact information of two (2) references (professors/past employer), and a cover letter.
Preference will be given to students currently enrolled in one of the EPCSE programs. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as the need arises.
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.
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