Part-Time Instructional Assistant, Department of Education at InsideHigherEd

External Applicants: Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials specified in the job description.Cover Letter and Supporting Documents:Navigate to the "My Experience" application page.Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to attach your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents. You will not be able to modify your application or add attachments after submission.Current Employees:Apply from your existing Workday account in the Jobs Hub. Do not apply from this website. A cover letter is required for all positions; optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality roles unless otherwise specified.Job Description SummaryPart-time Instructional Assistants in the Department of Education should be retired or former school educators or administrators with a positive demeanor and an eagerness to support licensure and non-licensure education programs, including pre-service teacher education, by supporting university students as they engage with local schools and community spaces for clinical experiences, classroom observations, tutoring, mentoring, service, and other educational programming.*This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.Job DescriptionEssential Functions:Supports faculty and students during field-based clinical experiencesTransports students and faculty to and from local schools and community spacesSupports faculty, as needed, in supervising school visitsServes as an informal mentor to undergraduate and graduate studentsOffers feedback to faculty about student engagementFulfills other duties, as needed, such as speaking to classes, attending events, and supporting department initiatives.Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in a field related to educationPrior experience as an educator or administrator in local public schoolsValid NC driver’s license and good driving record; must be insurable.Knowledge, skill, and ability to work with students from a diversity of backgrounds and traditionally underrepresented populations.Ability to communicate effectively.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills. Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with department faculty, staff, and studentsIntimate knowledge of local schools in Winston-Salem and Forsyth CountyAdditional Job DescriptionDisclaimer:This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee’s supervisor.Time Type RequirementPart timeNote to Applicant:This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.Equal Opportunity StatementThe University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for ApplicantsIf you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or (336) 758-4700.