Teaching Assistant - Fresno, CA - San Diego job with San Diego State University

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Teaching Assistant - Fresno, CA

Req No: 2024-17578
Category: Research/Project
Type: Temporary
Salary: 18-22
Close Date:

Overview

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after August 6, 2024.
The rate of pay for this position is $18-$22 per hour, 12 hours per month.
Incumbent must be located in the Fresno area at the time of hire.

Prison Arts Collective (PAC) is seeking a teaching assistant to support programming in the Fresno region. This is an entry-level position that provides a learning experience and the opportunity to assist and support the PAC project. PAC provides varied opportunities to work with experienced PAC teachers, as well as university faculty and professional advisors. Teaching Assistants receive support in the form of mentorship as well as team meetings to review curriculum and materials. Teaching assistants provide support both in the field and remotely and may mentor incarcerated peer leaders under the supervision of and with support from Teaching Artists.

Responsibilities
Key Tasks:

Assist PAC Teaching Artist in teaching at Avenal State Prison, three mentor visits per month.

Help Teaching Artist keep track of participation and organize and monitor the use of arts materials

Support participants in actively engaging in the course content and assist the teaching artist in establishing an inclusive space for creative practice

May provide support to staff and teaching team in PAC projects, such as: Guest Artist series, Distance Learning, and exhibitions

Assist in curriculum development, creating/editing and packet production

Other duties as assigned

Duration and Location:

The teaching assistant position is one 15-week term with the possibility of continuing for a second term based on interest and performance. The position will be based in the Fresno area with the expectation of supporting programming in that region. The position may also require travel to main PAC meetings and may include program visits and teaching at distant sites.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

Must be 18 years or older
Must be located or willing to relocate to the Fresno area.
Must successfully complete the California Department of Corrections Background Investigation

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in an undergraduate program in Studio Art, Art Education, or Art History.
Experience with creative practice and/or teaching is preferred
Candidates with lived experience with the justice system will be carefully considered.
Experience with art or art making is preferred

To Apply:

In addition to completing the application, please upload your resume along with a cover letter addressing the following questions (500 words max):

Why do you want to be a Teaching Assistant with the Prison Arts Collective and how will you apply your experience to supporting the Teaching Artist in facilitating classes to individuals who are incarcerated?

What unique background or skills do you bring to both teaching and program development, and in what areas do you hope to learn and grow?

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results (including a criminal record check).

San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets/Title IX Employer.

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Since it was founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas.SDSU'sapproximately 32,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.

SDSU'sannual economic impact to the state of California is $6.5 billion, according to an impact report done by the California State University in 2010.

OfSDSU's280,000-plus alumni, approximately 60 percent live in San Diego. They comprise more than half the region's engineers, teachers, entrepreneurs and the local workforce for a host of other industries.

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Research: Since 2000,SDSUfaculty and staff have attracted more than $1.7 billion in grants and contracts for research and programs ranging from cardiovascular disease to marine biology.

Diversity:SDSUranks No. 19 in the nation for racial diversity and among the top universities for economic diversity.SDSUwas ranked No. 11 in the nation and No. 4 in California for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook for Higher Education

International Study:SDSUoffers 350 international education programs in 50 countries. Nearly 12,000 students have studied abroad in the past 12 years.

Community Service:SDSUis a recognized leader in innovative efforts to improve urban K-12 education. The City Heights Educational Collaborative and Compact for Success both positively impact the academic achievement of elementary, middle and high school students in the local area.

Sustainability: Sustainability is an every-day part of the university culture at San Diego State University. Students, faculty and staff all participate in a myriad of ways, from festivals, to research to academic programs. In spring 2014,SDSUopens its firstLEEDPlatinum Certified building — the 206,000 square-foot Aztec Student Union.

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Telephone: 619-594-5200
Location: 5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego
CA
92182
US

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