Part-time Assistant Program Instructor

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, US
On-site
Curriculum development
Instructional facilitation
Supporting students on the autism spectrum
Penn State University is seeking a part-time Graduate Student Assistant Instructor for its Embark summer program, aimed at first-year students on the autism spectrum. The position involves curriculum development and instructional facilitation from June 7 to June 12, 2026, requiring candidates to be current graduate students at Penn State, preferably from the College of Education

Job Summary

  • Supports the design and delivery of curriculum for incoming first-year students on the autism spectrum through the Embark Penn State summer program.
  • Collaborates with College of Education faculty to develop and refine program curriculum, then leads and facilitates sessions during the program week.
  • Provides an opportunity to develop instructional design, facilitation, and leadership skills within an applied higher education context.

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Penn State University is seeking a part-time Graduate Student Assistant Instructor for its Embark summer program, aimed at first-year students on the autism spectrum. The position involves curriculum development and instructional facilitation from June 7 to June 12, 2026, requiring candidates to be current graduate students at Penn State, preferably from the College of Education.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Curriculum development
  • Instructional facilitation
  • Supporting students on the autism spectrum
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Collaborative team work

Nice-to-have

  • Instructional design skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Student success interests
  • Educational program development interests

Key Requirements

  • Current graduate student at Penn State
  • Commitment to program schedule (June 7-12, 2026)
  • Completion of required paid training

Work Rights

Not specified

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