Part-Time Student Consultant
The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work | |
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
Dec 22, 2024 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Student Consultant Program is a pedagogical partnership between undergraduate students and faculty intended to improve classroom instruction. Student Consultants work 3-4 hours a week in a paid role analyzing, affirming, and, as appropriate, supporting the revision of classroom practice in one of the faculty partner's courses, with the goal of maximizing engagement and learning for all involved. Student and faculty partnerships take a range of approaches to their collaboration, starting with a focus on classroom practice and often expanding to consider curriculum, assessment, and other dimensions of pedagogy. Student Consultants attend their faculty partner's class once each week, taking detailed observation notes focused on pedagogical issues he or she identifies. The Student Consultant then types up their observation notes and delivers these in a weekly meeting with their faculty partner. Student Consultants also participate in a weekly, semi-structured, one-hour discussion with other Student Consultants. Qualifications and Requirements: To be a Student Consultant you must:
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Application Process: Contact the Associate Department Head, AESE, Tim Kelsey (tkelsey@psu.edu) to express your interest and request a copy of the Guidelines for Student Consultants. Read carefully the Guidelines for Student Consultants to ensure that you are prepared for the responsibilities of the role. Submit your completed Application Form and a signed Letter of Commitment through the appropriate Penn State jobs website. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant 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. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines |