Teacher's Assistant

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Teacher's Assistant

Apply now Job no: 503334

Work type: Part-Time

Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA

Categories: College of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary

Part-time or Full-time temporary position (3-6 month) as instructor for a large teaching program in the Department of Biology at Drexel University. Position will directly staff undergraduate teaching laboratories and recitations to instruct undergraduate students in a number of introductory courses.

This involves working with teaching faculty and staff laboratory technicians to assist with development of lab protocols and educational materials. The instructor will employ a variety of strategies to enhance student learning in biology. Instructors will encourage active learning in all students, maintain proper course-related records, and evaluate student work and provide feedback.

Each Instructor is responsible for effectively teaching students in the assigned classroom and/or laboratory settings. Each instructor is responsible for effectively implementing the mission of the Department of Biology. Responsibilities may include teaching days or evenings, with the potential for online, in-person, or a combination of both.

This position reports directly to the Assistant Department Head. Perform other similar duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Deliver and assist in the teaching of undergraduate biology laboratory or recitation sections.

• Work with teaching faculty and other staff for development of lab protocols and educational materials.

• For lab instructors, duties include preparation of reagents and materials for the lab and help overseeing lab safety and clean-up of teaching labs.

• Schedule administrative time for classroom and laboratory preparation.

• Schedule administrative time for classroom and laboratory preparation.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 3 months of experience.

Physical Requirements

• Typically sitting at a desk/table.

• Typically standing, walking.

Location

• University City, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Additional Information

This is a Part Time Temporary position classified as Non Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jun 14 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Jul 15 2024 Eastern Daylight Time