Graduate Teaching Assistant - Law School Professional Development

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Law School Professional Development

Professional Development Graduate Assistant provides valuable support to the Law School Professional Development program. Assist with evaluating student submissions in Professional Development classes for compliance with assignment requirements. Assist in the creation of course assignments and presentations, including conducting subject matter research and developing materials. Acquire and maintain knowledge of Professional Development course guides and class policies; make informed decisions based on course guides, precedent, and policies;

assist students by responding to routine questions regarding the courses. Assist with administrative tasks, including room reservations, parking passes for guest speakers, and other administrative duties. Track and report class attendance. Communicate with students via email and Suitable. Post assignments to Suitable and Brightspace. Acquire and maintain knowledge of any database or software necessary to support the Professional Development curriculum, including Suitable.

Work independently without daily supervision; exercising professional judgment when consulting with students and law school staff and faculty. Manage time and adhere to time-sensitive deadlines. Maintain confidentiality of projects and course assignments.

Must be a currently enrolled graduate student at Villanova University. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and strict attention to detail and reliability. Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle difficult situations. Must have ability to work and make decisions independently. Must have ability to perform repetitive tasks with great accuracy and consistency. Must have experience using software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Experience using Brightspace is preferred.