Temporary Course 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.

Job Description Summary

The University of Pennsylvania is seeking Course Assistants (CAs) to facilitate student learning in online courses for its Master of Health Care Innovation (MHCI).

Job Description

Course Assistants provide feedback, grading, and support to students in online courses and are encouraged to participate in synchronous faculty-student interactions. Within the MHCI, full-semester graduate courses are condensed to 6 intensive weeks. CA engagements typically last 8 weeks, including final grading. During a course, CAs work an average of 7-10 hours per week, not to exceed 15 hours.

• Providing meaningful and timely feedback on assignments, and grading using a rubric, for up to 20 students, with a turnaround of 5 days or fewer.
• Supporting students through email with a turnaround of 24 hours or sooner.
• Participating in some synchronous and asynchronous faculty-student interactions.
• Identifying student needs and escalating important issues.
• Providing the MEHP Online team feedback on your teaching and learning experience in courses.

Qualifications

Course Assistants are reliable and empathetic. They have experience working in roles related to health care. Content knowledge in health care, health policy, innovation, or a closely related field is required. The ability to communicate promptly, professionally, and respectfully with students, staff, and faculty is essential. Work is remote.