A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Art 103 Foundation of 3D Media Student Teaching Assistant (WS-ST2)
Classification:
Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer:
St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:
Department Name:
Art and Art History Unit Number (5 digits): 11111
Length of Position:
See Employment Authorization Contact Person/Supervisor:
Department AAA or Faculty Wage Range:
$12.00-13.00/hour Description of the
Position:
(Purpose of the Position): The Teaching Assistant for Art 103 will help students with technical and conceptual questions during class, and setting up/cleaning up demonstrations. The TA will help students adhere to safety and tool protocols during class time.
Transferable Skills:
Working independently Adaptability Creative problem solving Clearly communicating and collaborating with a supervisor Peer leadership Attention to detail
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting with demonstrations Setting up Assisting during Cleaning up Answer student questions Remain present in studio throughout class time Ensure safety protocols are followed
Qualifications:
(Education/Experience/Skills) Must have completed and pass Art 103 Must have completed the Moodle safety trainings for the Woodshop Skilled at clear communication Works well under pressure and can multitask Has the ability to work independently
Physical and Environmental Factors:
This position requires crouching, kneeling/crawling, stooping, twisting/pivoting, climbing/balancing, reaching overhead, grasping/handling, pushing/pulling, lifting objects up to 20 lbs., operating hand tools, and operating equipment or machinery to perform the essential functions. It also requires exposure to loud noise, respiratory factors, vibrations, wet or humid conditions indoors, and proximity hazards, as well as rare exposure to chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and heights or cramped quarters to perform the essential functions. Protective equipment is required to perform some essential functions. Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
