Teaching Assistant (Psychology), High School University (HSU) Program

Part-time

Neighborhood Learning Alliance PGH

Title: Teaching Assistant (TA), High School University (HSU) Program
Reports to: Social Worker, College and Career Readiness
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Employment Status : Part-time
October 11th - December 12th
Virtual Sessions: Monday & Wednesday, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm
Hourly Rate : $16.00 up to 10 work hours per week
Courses: Introduction to Psychology
Work Location: Virtual
Training Dates: Week of August 24th, August 31st, September 7th
Questions : Send questions to View email address on us.fitly.work
Offer Conditions:
Hiring: Dependent on FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background, and mandated reporter training (The cost for clearances is covered by the organization)
Work Schedule : Group virtual sessions twice Monday & Wednesdays, occasional one-on-one, review and prep of tutoring
High School U Program:
Program Overview
The High School University (HSU) program is designed to address systemic challenges for low-income students accessing college level courses and career work related experiences while in high school. The HSU programs provide high school students in the Pittsburgh region the opportunity to earn free college credits, participate in work related experiences, and receive college and career readiness support.
Under the supervision of the Social Worker, the Teaching Assistant works with the Social Workers and college Professor to design support materials and non-academic supports that will build student’s academic understandings, skills, college readiness, and social-emotional intelligence. The course is in-person on the college campus (CCAC Boyce). Twice a week the Teaching Assistant will co-lead virtual small group sessions for the students.
Our work culture is collaborative, student-centered, and community forward. Neighborhood Learning Alliance is looking for a candidate that can teach multiple learning styles, possesses a growth mindset, effectively manages schedules, inspires students, and has a strong grasp of subject matter.
Essential Functions:
Work effectively with the NLA team and professor
Demonstrate academic competence in the subject area
Review syllabus topics and assignments
Assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
Conduct practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation
Collaborate effectively with the university and the organization to increase student performance
Provide students positive and constructive feedback
Offer feedback on progress to students’ parents and teachers where appropriate
Maintain an orderly and organized learning environment and ensure that students are on-task
Lead small groups of students in homework, essay writing and editing workshops, etc.
Maintain a growth mindset toward student learning and teaching practice
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Subject matter proficiency in the college course of interest
Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain challenging concepts, provide
instructions, and deliver feedback
Patience and compassion for students as they develop skills and improve their performance
Ability to connect and interact with high school students
Ability to take supervision and correction constructively
Ability to positively supervise students
Basic knowledge of database, excel spreadsheet, and word processing applications (Google
platforms)
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Have reliable transportation or able to access college campus
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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