Summer Workshop Teaching Assistant
University of Pennsylvania

Summer Workshop Teaching Assistant

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job Title
Summer Workshop Teaching Assistant

Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
These staff members will co-facilitate full-group literary discussions and writing activities and will lead small-group workshop sessions and report on the group's progress to the director both during the program and via written evaluations after the program concludes. They will also provide teaching and/or technological support to craft session instructors as needed and may be assigned additional
administrative duties based on interest and skill.

Job Description

Kelly Writers House - Job Description

Summer Workshop for Young Writers - Teaching Assistant

(Part-Time Temporary Position)

Job Duties

Reporting to the Associate Director for Student Recruitment and Director of the Summer Workshop, the Summer Workshop for Young Writers - Teaching Assistant will support and assist in the Summer Workshop for Young Writers at the Kelly Writers House.

For more information about the Kelly Writers House, please visit: http://writing.upenn.edu/wh/. For more information about the Summer Workshop for Young Writers, please visit: https://writing.upenn.edu/wh/summer/.

These staff members will co-facilitate full-group literary discussions and writing activities and will lead small-group workshop sessions and report on the group's progress to the director both during the program and via written evaluations after the program concludes. They will also provide teaching and/or technological support to craft session instructors as needed and may be assigned additional

administrative duties based on interest and skill.

Job Location

This position will be assigned to work at the Kelly Writers House.

Pay and Hours

This position pays an amount not to exceed $2500. This position is expected to average 20 to 30 hours a week, beginning 7/9/2023 through 7/19/2023.

Qualifications

A high school diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience, are required. Bachelor's degree strongly preferred. Ideal candidate will have an interest or background in literary arts, community outreach, creative arts, or education.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Provost Interdisciplinary Programs

Pay Range

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.


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