Teaching Assistant - SPaRC

Teaching Assistant - SPaRC Western University of Health Sciences - 4.2 Pomona, CA Job Details Temporary $17 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Faculty collaboration Bachelor's degree Full Job Description The Summer Preparedness and Readiness Course (SPaRC) is a three-week program held in June, before the start of the academic year. SPaRC is designed to prepare incoming non-traditional students for the rigors of their chosen program by providing an introduction to applicable basic medical science courses, efficient academic learning skills, and wellbeing competencies in an interprofessional setting. Under direction, the TA will work with the entire cohort. The TA is required to create and deliver Skeletal System, Pharmacology, and other program specific content and to be available during the Medical Gross Anatomy (MGA) lecture portions of the course. Additional participation in exam delivery, proctoring, and reviews are expected. This position will also adhere to LEAD guidelines as well as follow LEAD documentation policies and procedures. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Knowledge:

Understanding of foundational and program specific medical science content, including Medical Gross Anatomy (MGA), Pharmacology, and Skeletal System concepts. Familiarity with LEAD program guidelines, documentation standards, and academic support practices for non‑traditional health‑profession students.

Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with faculty, staff, and incoming students in both virtual and on‑campus settings. High proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Google Workspace, Zoom, and online learning platforms.

Abilities:

Ability to guide student learning throughout SPaRC content, as well as additional program‑specific sessions. Ability to model professionalism, follow established procedures, and contribute to an interprofessional learning environment that promotes readiness and confidence. Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Experience:

Have completed one year of doctoral or professional experience. Must be an admitted student at Western University of Health Sciences in good academic standing.

Preferred Qualifications Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities Instructional Design and Assessment Responsibilities:

Create and deliver content and lectures. Create, administer, and review exams.

Key Responsibilities Cohort Support and Learning Environment Facilitation:

Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the SPaRC cohort.

Key Responsibilities Compliance and Training Responsibilities:

Follow all LEAD policies and procedures. Complete initial orientation and training. Attend all SPaRC content-planning meetings.

Key Responsibilities Student Support and Program Operations:

Collaborate with LEAD and SPaRC content professor to handle any student issues (academic, professional, or personal). Perform additional duties related to supporting SPaRC operations. Posting Details Continued Work Schedule Two-week prep time (up to 4 hours) plus 3-week assignment 9 AM - 4 PM, hours may vary depending on assignment 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 $17.00 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 perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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 10 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 made 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. 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