Part-Time Teaching Assistant-Agricultural Sciences Ag Sciences Global at The Pennsylvania State University

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty staff technical service or student) please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSAg Sciences Global is seeking a teaching assistant for INTAG 100N: Everyone Eats: Hunger Food Security & Global Agriculture.The Teaching Assistant (TA) will play a crucial role in supporting the professor in delivering high-quality instruction and facilitating a dynamic learning environment. The TA will assist with the administration of the course contribute to student engagement and provide academic support to undergraduate students studying global agricultural systems food security sustainability and policy.The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in global agriculture food systems sustainability and public policy and possess the ability to engage with students in an informative and supportive manner. This position requires excellent communication attention to details organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively within an academic setting.Key Responsibilities:Help prepare and distribute course materials including reviewing content on CanvasProvide feedback on assignments exams and projects in a timely and constructive mannerGrade assignments quizzes exams and other assessments ensuring consistency and fairness in evaluationQualifications:Required:Enrollment in or completion of a relevant undergraduate program (i.e. International Agriculture minor)Strong knowledge of global agricultural systems food security challenges sustainability issues and agricultural policiesExcellent communication skills both written and verbalAbility to explain complex concepts in an accessible and engaging mannerStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and collaborate with other professorsExperience taking INTAG 100NPreferred:Previous experience in teaching tutoring or assisting with undergraduate coursesFamiliarity with learning management systems (e.g. Canvas Blackboard)Knowledge of current global agricultural trends international food systems and food security debatesBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity 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 .The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Federal Contractors Labor Law PosterPA State Labor Law PosterPenn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlinesRequired Experience:Exec Key Skills Bidding,Apps,Benefits,Corporate Recruitment,Android Development Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1