Teacher Assistant

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a temporary Teacher Assistant to work in Coral Gables, FL.

The Teacher Assistant provides grading support for undergraduate classes, develops rubrics for formative and summative assessments, examines and measures student work, provides quantitative and qualitative feedback, and performs data entry and statistical analysis of results.

• Helps teachers with lesson preparation, including collecting materials and setting up equipment; reviews lessons or lectures with students one‑on‑one or in small groups.
• Supervises students in class, between classes, and during examinations.
• Assists with tracking attendance, grading assignments, and calculating grades.
• Provides extra help to students needing special accommodations or who are struggling with a concept, including those with learning disabilities or English as a second language.
• Attends faculty meetings and parent conferences as needed.
• Collaborates with the teacher to identify student issues and recommend solutions.
• Observes state, school and class rules, and regulations.
• Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and safeguards University assets.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

• The Teacher Assistant will work within the Department of Physical Therapy, supporting the delivery of Gross Anatomy courses.
• The primary responsibility of the Teacher Assistant will be to assist in open labs and dissection sessions.
• This includes providing guidance and support to students during dissection activities, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and facilitating the learning process in the laboratory setting.
• The Teacher Assistant will collaborate with course instructors to prepare materials, set up laboratory equipment, and organize instructional resources.
• Additionally, they may assist in grading assignments, conducting review sessions, and providing supplemental instruction as needed.
• The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of human anatomy.
• The Teacher Assistant will play a key role in enhancing the educational experience of the Doctor of Physical Therapy students enrolled in Gross Anatomy courses.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience:
  
  Successful completion of Gross Anatomy I and II.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of human anatomy.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Part time

Temporary-Intermittent