Teaching Assistant @ Pennsylvania State University

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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Teaching Assistant to support the Math Lab (MATH 197) in the Department of Mathematics during the Fall 2026 semester. The role involves providing peer instruction in class, grading assignments, assisting with course management in Canvas, and holding supplemental student support hours.

Highlights

Assist students with peer instruction during designated class times: Tuesday 1:25-2:15 pm or Thursday 10:25-11:15 am.
Participate in weekly instructional team meetings to coordinate course delivery.
Grade student assignments and assist with course management using Canvas learning platform.
Hold additional out-of-class student support hours to aid learning.
Work up to 5 hours per week during the Fall 2026 semester.
Strong communication skills and interest in recreational mathematics are preferred.
Must complete background checks per University policies prior to employment.
Position is part-time and for undergraduate students.
Department served: Mathematics within the Eberly College of Science.
Employment is subject to equal opportunity policies and campus security regulations as outlined by Penn State.

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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 Mathematics, in the Eberly College of Science, has a vacancy available for an undergraduate Teaching Assistant to act as a peer assistant for Math Lab (MATH 197) and to assist with grading and other aspects of course delivery during the Fall 2026 semester.

The selected candidate will work up to 5 hours per week as follows:

Assist students in peer instruction during class Tuesday 1:25-2:15 pm or Thursday 10:25-11:15 am
Participate in weekly instructional team meetings
Grade students' assignments and assist with course delivery in Canvas
Hold supplemental out-of-class student support hours

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and an interest in recreational mathematics. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

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.

Penn State 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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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 selected candidate will work up to 5 hours per week as follows:

Assist students in peer instruction during class Tuesday 1:25-2:15 pm or Thursday 10:25-11:15 am
Participate in weekly instructional team meetings
Grade students' assignments and assist with course delivery in Canvas
Hold supplemental out-of-class student support hours

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and an interest in recreational mathematics. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.