Classroom & Lab Assistant Pool - Natural Sciences Parkland College United States, Illinois, Champaign 2400 West Bradley Avenue (Show on map) Aug 05, 2026 Classroom & Lab Assistant Pool -

Natural Sciences Hourly Rate:

$16.63 This position is an on-campus, part-time, up-to 19-hour appointment based in Champaign, Illinois. The Classroom Assistant (CA) & Lab Assistant is a part-time, 19-hour-or-less per week position that provides support to the course instructor to ensure the effective delivery of the required materials and to foster a positive learning environment. Roles may vary depending on the course. The position will work on a schedule established by their supervisor. The CA & Lab Assistant must be able to work independently from written or verbal instructions and work well with instructors.

Applicants must submit:

An online employment application Cover letter

Resume or CV Essential Job Functions:

Assist with classroom instruction. Preparing laboratory materials. Obtaining and distributing course materials. Assist with completing forms in accordance with department procedures; submit reports and other materials as required. Operate office equipment, such as copiers, PCs, and/or phone systems. Work independently and efficiently. May assist with special projects and events. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act. Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone. Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals various backgrounds. Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance. Appropriate attire as discussed for the work environment. Ability to work with minimal supervision. In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self-Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump sum payment. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting.

Applications not submitted through https:

//www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered. Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources. For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at 217-351-2220. Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing hr@parkland.edu. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Equal Opportunity Employer