ILEAD: Teaching Assistant, Summer Pre-College

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities  MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered eral purpose: MICA’s summer Pre College Art and Design Program is a 2- 4 week intensive college-level experience designed to help participants make the leap from thinking like a high school art student to thinking like an artist making art that reflects a new level of skill and personal vision, communicating ideas about art in daily critiques, and building a professional portfolio of work.

Pre College is designed for rising juniors and seniors. In conjunction with MICA’s Mission and Vision, our program provides a welcoming environment for all, and values students of all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and expressions, creative abilities, religious faiths, political affiliations, and socio-economic backgrounds. Teaching Assistants (TAs) assist faculty and staff in modeling and facilitating a healthy, welcoming community within the classroom.

TAs work with a MICA Faculty member to provide high quality instruction to Pre College students and introduce them to skills and techniques within their area of expertise.
2026 Program Dates:
Move In:
June 30-July 1, 2026. Training:
July 6-July 10. Program Starts:
July 12. Program Ends:
August 8,. Final Clean-up:
August 8-11.Summary of Essential Functions Assist faculty with instructional implementation, demonstrations, critique, and student support

Supervise required studio time outside of class in collaboration with faculty and staff

Assist with the successful implementation of the Pre College academic programming. The variety of tasks associated with this position involve administrative, clerical, physical, organizational and leadership skills

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Work directly with a faculty member to support their course for the duration of the program

Assist in planning academic content for field trips and on-location logistics

Supervise students and model, implement and enforce Pre College program policies, rules, and regulations

Work with Pro Staff and Pre College Faculty to ensure a safe and positive academic experience for students

Facilitate and encourage students to develop and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships, personal wellness, and providing support and guidance as needed

Provide support, interventions, and referrals when appropriate for individual student needs

Model and enforce Pre College program policies, rules, and regulations and act as an ambassador for the program

Perform other related duties as assigned such as supervising students on weekend field trips and off campus locations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to maintain excellent and mature judgment

Excellent written, verbal and oral communication skills

Knowledge of art and design processes and disciplines

Knowledge of MICA’s campus, equipment and resources

Ability to manage others, provide leadership and guidance as necessary

Ability to assess student work and experiences in order to provide coaching and feedback to students in order to maintain program standards and strengthen the program quality and experience

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency and accuracy

Consistently be able to implement program policies and regulations while serving as a role model of appropriate behavior

Minimum Qualifications Must be a currently enrolled MICA Undergraduate student at time of employment

Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5

Must be in good conduct standing with the college

Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications Experience in working with youth in a formal job setting or volunteer role Compensation
20-40 hours per week $15 per hour Housing is provided (optional for TA’s), meals provided while on shift for in-person program

Conditions of EmploymentCJIS Fingerprint and background check

Available evenings and weekends

Availability for the dates above

Cannot hold other positions on campus for the duration of the program due to student employees being limited to 40 hours per week in the…