Teaching Assistant (TA), Summer College Readiness Program -High School University (HSU)

Title: Teaching Assistant (TA), Summer College Readiness Program -High School University (HSU)
Reports to: Social Worker, College and Career Readiness
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Employment Status : Part-time

• Half-day 12-20 hours per week
• Morning course: 8:45 am – 12:45 pm
• Afternoon course: 12:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Hourly Rate : $16.00
Work Location: In-person – Carlow University or CCAC Allegheny Campus
Training Dates: June 9 - June 11, 2026
Program Dates: June 16 – August 7, 2026
College Courses:

• Introduction to Statistics-  CCAC Allegheny Campus
• Introduction to Robotics- CCAC Allegheny Campus
• Introduction to Statistics - Carlow University
• Introduction to Business Management- Carlow University

Offer Conditions:
Hiring: Dependent on FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background, and mandated reporter training (The cost for clearances is covered by the organization)
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, occasional Fridays
Summer High School U Program:

Program Overview
The High School University (HSU) program is designed to address systemic challenges for low-income students accessing college level courses and career work related experiences while in high school. The HSU programs provide high school students in the Pittsburgh region the opportunity to earn free college credits, participate in work related experiences, and receive college and career readiness support.

Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Teaching Assistant works with the Social Worker, Case Manager, TA team members, and the college professor to design support materials and non-academic supports that will build student’s academic understandings, skills, college readiness, and social-emotional intelligence. The course and recitation sessions are in-person on the college campus (Carlow University & CCAC Allegheny Campus). The Teaching Assistants will work together to co-lead tutoring sessions before or after class and during the recitation hours.

Our work culture is collaborative, student-centered, and community forward. Neighborhood Learning Alliance is looking for a candidate that can co-lead tutoring sessions with team members, possess a growth mindset, effectively manage schedules, inspire students, and has a strong grasp of subject matter.

• Team Model: Teaching Assistants work together as collaborative teams to support high school students
• Tutoring sessions: Before class, after class, or on non-course days, Teaching Assistants co-lead tutoring and academic skill building activities.

Essential Functions:

• Work effectively with the NLA team, TAs, and professor
• Demonstrate academic competence in the subject area
• Review syllabus topics and assignments
• Assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks
• Conduct practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation
• Collaborate effectively with the university and the organization to increase student performance
• Provide students positive and constructive feedback
• Offer feedback on progress to students’ parents and teachers where appropriate
• Maintain an orderly and organized learning environment and ensure that students are on-task
• Lead small groups of students in homework, essay writing and editing workshops, etc.
• Maintain a growth mindset toward student learning and teaching practice
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• Subject matter proficiency in the college course of interest
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain challenging concepts, provide instructions, and deliver feedback
• Patience and compassion for students as they develop skills and improve their performance
• Ability to connect and interact with high school students from diverse populations
• Ability to take supervision and correction constructively
• Ability to positively supervise students
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft and Google platforms
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Have reliable transportation or able to access college campus

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.