Teaching Assistant-SHPEP

Job Summary

The Center for Academic Community Engagement (ACE) is currently offering several teaching assistant (TA) elective experiences to admitted and / or enrolled Western students in all colleges through integrated apprenticeship, laboratory instruction and mentoring during the WesternU SHPEP Summer Health Professions Preparation Program (SHPEP). This TA elective provides multiple opportunities for students to relay their expertise and provide mentorship to undergraduate pre-health professions students enrolled in the SHPEP. Classroom and afternoon dispersed curriculum assistance and gross anatomy lab teaching are areas of expertise needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Good verbal and written communication skills to be able to interact with faculty, staff, students, and any outside contacts.

2. 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 1 Education : Any combination of training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. BS / BA degree high preferred

2. Experience : 1-2 years’ experience in a related field. Previous experience in and academic and / or health care setting is preferred. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to individuals possessing a bachelor’s degree. List comments regarding work hours This position is part-time / temporary and is not expected to exceed more than 20hrs a week over the course of the 6 week summer program. Posting Date 05 / 21 / 2024 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants Essential Job Duties Job Duty Follow all SHPEP policies and procedures.

Complete initial SHPEP orientation and training. Attend all SHPEP content-planning meetings. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Conduct practical support and teaching to reinforce lessons presented by professor, including lab-based activities such as anatomy dissection and prosection guidance, instruction on diagnostic instrumentation and teaching simulators, practical physical assessment or therapeutic demonstration. Percentage Of Time 50% Job Duty Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the SHPEP cohort. Review material with students one -on one or in a small groups. Percentage Of Time 25% Job Duty Perform additional duties related to supporting SHPEP operations. Percentage Of Time 10%