Teaching Assistant (Various Locations) 2025-2026
About The Position
As a Teaching Assistant for Summer Discovery, you will play a vital role in supporting the classroom Instructor by supervising student activities, offering mentorship, and guiding students through their social and academic experiences. Teaching Assistants are expected to exemplify a positive and approachable demeanor, while fostering an environment of curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. This position is available from mid-June to late July, varying by program location. You will work Monday through Friday, with daily hours between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and some flexibility may be required.
Requirements
- Education: Currently pursuing or has completed a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in higher education, education, or a field related to STEAM is preferred.
- Experience: Previous work and supervisory experience with children and young adults (ages 6-17) is required, with experience in academic, tutoring, mentoring, or recreational settings preferred.
- Transportation: Housing is not provided; the Teaching Assistant should live within a daily commutable distance and manage their own transportation and associated costs.
- Eligibility: Must be at least 20 years old and eligible to work in the US.
Responsibilities
- Instructional Support: Assist the Instructor with small group instruction, addressing learning differentiation needs, setting up activities, supporting students with their culminating projects and managing the classroom to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
- Materials and Classroom set-up Support: Assist instructor with preparation of materials for hands-on activities and labs.
- Role Modeling: Serve as a positive role model for students and staff, using good judgment in decision-making, problem-solving, and mentoring.
- Guidance and Communication: Seek guidance from SIG staff for student-related concerns and ensure effective communication and follow-up.
- Supervision and Participation: Supervise and engage actively in lunch and recreational activities, and support special programs and activities for residential students each afternoon.
- Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies and assist with program needs as directed, adhering to policies and procedures outlined in relevant manuals and handbooks.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
