United States Hybrid Employment

Penn State is hiring a Part-Time Teaching Support Specialist- Smeal

About the Role

The individual will provide direct support to faculty in course development and administration, focusing on organization, technology integration, and instructional design assistance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist instructors with preparation and organization of course materials
  • Support the development of online course content using learning management systems
  • Facilitate classroom technology setup for hybrid and in-person sessions
  • Coordinate logistics for guest speakers and class events
  • Maintain accurate records of course documentation and syllabi
  • Respond to student inquiries related to course structure and assignments
  • Help format and upload lecture materials to digital platforms
  • Provide guidance on academic policies and procedures to students
  • Assist with assessment creation and grading support tasks
  • Troubleshoot basic technical issues during instructional sessions
  • Collaborate with faculty to align course content with learning objectives
  • Ensure accessibility standards are met in instructional materials
  • Track course evaluations and compile feedback summaries
  • Support faculty training on new teaching tools and platforms
  • Manage scheduling for classroom and resource reservations
  • Organize digital repositories for course-related documents
  • Assist with the onboarding of new teaching staff
  • Monitor student engagement metrics and report trends
  • Prepare reports on course delivery performance
  • Maintain confidentiality of academic and student records
  • Stay current with instructional technology advancements
  • Support curriculum review and revision processes
  • Coordinate textbook and resource procurement
  • Facilitate communication between faculty and administrative units
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of teaching practices

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Team

Smeal College of Business

Application Instructions

  • Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter as part of their application
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
  • Candidates may be asked to complete a practical demonstration of skills
  • Finalists will be required to pass a background check

Position Details

  • This is a part-time, temporary position with no benefits
  • Work hours will vary based on academic schedule and course needs
  • Some evening or weekend availability may be required
  • Position is contingent on funding and program needs

Not available

Required Skills
CommunicationAdministrative SupportMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingTime Management
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Posted 7 months ago