Teaching Support - Public Health Sciences
The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Public Health Sciences Teaching Support Part-Time
The Department of Public Health Sciences (PHS) at Penn State College of Medicine invites applications for up to five part-time teaching assistants. Courses could include the following based on candidate expertise:
PHS 539: Qualitative Research Methods - Fall semester
PHS 550: Principles of Epidemiology - Spring semester
PHS 571: Health Services Organization & Delivery - Spring semester
PHS 809: Principles of Public Health - Fall semester
PHS 810: Behavioral Health Intervention Strategies - Fall semester
Job Duties:
Assist faculty in the facilitation of course functions i.e. lectures, online sessions, team meetings, discussion boards, etc.
Attend regular classroom sessions, if applicable
Evaluate assignments, papers, reports, examinations, etc. in a timely manner; provide sufficient feedback to enhance learning experience; record grades using established criteria
Review class material with students
Correspond with students via email, online platform, and in person in a timely manner
Report any suspected academic integrity issues to the designated faculty member
May maintain course Learning Management System site (CANVAS)
The role will require up to 5 hours per week during the academic semester.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a public health related field
Completion of course at Penn State or a similar course at a comparable institution
Good knowledge of CANVAS
Compensation:
Rate of compensation for this position is starting at $16.00 per hour.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
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