Student Assistant I

Palo Alto University • US,

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About The Position

Palo Alto University is hiring a Student Assistant for its Counseling Department. The assistant will support teaching and course operations, including classroom activities, grading, Canvas management, office hours, accessible course materials, exam proctoring, and, where interested, the creation or presentation of didactics and guest lectures. The role also supports research project needs. Mandatory TA training is required.

The position reports to Dr. Rachel Jacoby and is scheduled for 5–10 hours per week, from October 1, 2026, through June 16, 2027.

Requirements

• Must be a current Palo Alto University student.
• Must have taken courses that match what the faculty member is teaching or similar classes.

Responsibilities

• Attend classes agreed upon with Dr. Jacoby; courses vary by quarter.
• Help grade assignments and papers.
• Help moderate the classroom environment and make online learning more engaging.
• Facilitate group discussions.
• Manage and set up or revise the Canvas course.
• Hold office hours and meet with students individually if needed.
• Help create or present didactics and guest lectures, if interested.
• Make course materials accessible.
• Support exam proctoring.
• Create assignments.
• Review and edit the syllabus.
• Support the needs of research projects.
• Complete mandatory TA training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed