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Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Clerical
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
UALR | STEM
Summary of Job Duties:
UA Little Rock is seeking to hire an Extra Help Assistant/Learning Assistant. Learning Assistant duties include assisting course instructors with designing, implementing, disseminating, and revising evidence-based teaching practices in their courses. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
They must have successfully completed qualifying STEM courses for which they are applying to be Learning Assistants, unless otherwise approved by the course instructor.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist course instructors in designing evidence-based teaching practices for the course instructors’ classes;
Assist course instructors in implementing evidence-based teaching practices in the course instructor’s class (either in class, workshop, or lab);
Meet with the course instructor at least once a week to provide feedback and plan for the next week’s tasks;
Guide students in the course instructor’s class as they learn course material.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively;
Ability to creatively solve problems;
Ability to work as part of a team;
Ability to receive, apply, and provide constructive feedback.
Additional Information:
$780-$975
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Michael Moore
Director of Undergraduate Research and Mentoring
[email protected]501-916-6039
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Balancing, Climbing
Benefits Eligible:
No
Education