Teaching Assistant
- HCL Western University of Health Sciences
- 4.2 Pomona, CA Job Details Temporary $17.00
- $17.
50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Anatomy knowledge Computer literacy Laboratory experience Classroom Teaching Teaching Full Job Description The Center for Academic Community Engagement (ACE) is currently offering several ACE teaching assistant (TA) elective experiences to admitted and/or enrolled Western students in all colleges through integrated apprenticeship, laboratory instruction and mentoring during the Health Career Ladder summer experience. This TA position provides multiple opportunities for students to relay their expertise and provide mentorship to local students Pre-K through Undergrad interesting in health professions. Classroom and afternoon dispersed curriculum assistance and gross anatomy lab teaching are areas of expertise needed Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Good verbal and written communication skills to be able to interact with faculty, staff, students, and any outside contacts. Excellent computer skills to use various related software e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Docs, and other software programs required by the position.
Required Qualifications Education:
Any combination of training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience:
1-2 years' experience in a related field. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to individuals possessing a bachelor's degree. Previous experience in and academic and/or health care setting is preferred. Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities Follow all ACE HCL policies and procedures. Including complete an initial HCL orientation and training and attending all required HCL content-planning meetings. Key Responsibilities Conduct practical support and teaching to reinforce lessons presented by a professor, including lab-based activities such as anatomy dissection and instruction on diagnostic instrumentation and teaching simulators, practical physical assessment or therapeutic demonstration. Key Responsibilities Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the HCL community. This includes reviewing material with students one
- on one or in a small groups and at times the processing of HCL student assessment materials. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with HCL administration to handle any student issues (academic, professional, or personal). Key Responsibilities Perform additional duties related to supporting HCL operations. Posting Details Continued Work Schedule This position is part-time
- temporary role and will not exceed more than 20 hours per week.
Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale Minimum $17.00 Hourly Maximum $17.50 Hourly Physical Demands Physical Demands Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate. Posting Information Posting Number TC00510 Posting Date 05/14/2026 Close Date 06/01/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Conditions of Employment
- Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required.
Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position. Pay Transparency Act Pay Transparency Act
- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.
This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications. Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO) It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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