EPCSE Rehabilitation Human Services Course Assistants

Job Description and Position Requirements

The Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling, and Special Education (EPCSE) in the College of Education is seeking individuals to assist with the delivery of course instruction. Individuals hired as Course Assistants will provide technical and classroom management support for instructors to facilitate instruction in these settings. Course Assistants hired through this program will not be expected to deliver content area instruction although content area knowledge is a desired qualification.

Specific responsibilities will vary according to the needs of the course and instructor to which the Course Assistant is assigned. These responsibilities may include:

• Assist instructor with 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.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Specialized advanced knowledge in subject areas of Rehabilitation Human Services and Counseling.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience either as an instructor of record or course 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.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 .

University Park, PA