Teaching Assistant - High school

Internal candidates identified

Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is jointly operated by the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and Cornell University. SML offers outstanding experiential, place-based education focused on understanding and sustaining our marine environment. Adjunct faculty at SML are experts in their field of study and help inspire the next generation of students towards careers in marine and environmental science and sustainability. All SML programs are infused with in our ethos of responsible natural resource use and management, valuing scientific and community collaboration, and public service.

Teaching assistants will live in residence at SML, located on Appledore Island, Maine. Employment for this position is being offered within the School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering at UNH. This position is contingent on SML meeting course enrollment targets. Decisions to cancel credit courses are at the sole discretion of SML and will be made on a rolling basis. The position is also contingent upon successful completion of a background check process.

Duties/Responsibilities

Teaching assistants will be expected to follow the teaching plan established by your course faculty.

Tasks will include, but not be limited to:

• Assist course faculty with all aspects of delivering the course curriculum

• Assume the lead in preparing for field trips and lab exercises

• Assist SML staff with daily and weekly program-related duties that include stocking labs and classrooms

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Academic experience in the subject matter. Associated field and/or lab experience is preferred but not required.

• Provide supervision and support to students in the classroom and lab.

• Help with administrative tasks that may include grading, record keeping, collections management

• Assist SML staff with creating a supportive learning environment for all students

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of the subject matter

• Relevant field experience

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage time, materials and tasks efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or BS in subject matter area preferred but not required

Compensation Pay Range

$700/Weekly

The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.