University of Kentucky

Job Title Academic Preparation & Achievement Teaching Assistant (AY25-26)

Requisition Number DU13548

Department Name 1B140: Transformative Learning

Work Location Lexington, KY

Salary Range $25,000/Academic Year + standard graduate tuition, Johnson Center fees and health fees

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status Part-Time

Required Education

Applicants should be pursuing an MA, MS, or Ph.D.

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time; Standing for long periods of time; occasional lifting or pushing of items up to 25 lbs.

Shift

20 hours per week

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends (varies)

Position is for the 2025-2026 Academic Year

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

Transformative Learning (TL), housed in the Office for Student Success, is a centralized student support unit on campus, a student’s one-stop shop for on-campus academic resources. Please see our website to learn more about our three pillars: Academic Preparation & Achievement, Integrated Success Coaching, and Peer Supported Learning.

What is an Academic Preparation & Achievement Teaching Assistant?

APA TAs at the University of Kentucky are individuals who care deeply about students. APA TAs, under the direction of the Associate Director for TL and Assistant Director for APA, support instruction and operations of the Academic Orientation courses (UK 101/201) and/or the Rebound Program courses (UK 105/205). APA TAs are expected to assist in developing curriculum, deliver instruction, engage students in positive classroom management strategies, give timely feedback, and support the growth and development of students.

What are the APA TA Responsibilities?

• Teaching 1-3 courses (up to 6 credit hours in total)
• Holding weekly office hours
• Attending weekly staff meetings
• 5-10 hours of administrative and programmatic support (e.g. hiring, training, scheduling, assessment, and supervision of peer mentors)
• Understanding and adherence to University Registrar policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned, for example: contributing to outreach/promotional/marketing efforts of the department

All successful candidates must be available in August for training.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To Apply, please upload:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resumé or CV

3. Academic Transcripts

4. Letter of Recommendation (Specific Request)

5. Complete Application and Specific Questions

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• A demonstrated track record of helping students to succeed,
• Excellent executive functioning skills such as time management, listening, communication, data collection, evaluation and analysis.
• Excellent customer service.
• Enjoys working in both an individual and team setting.
• Strong understanding of academic life skills such as learning strategies, time management, growth mindset, getting motivated, & school/work/life integration.
• Proficient with digital platforms such as MS suite, learning management plateforms (e.g. Canvas), data analysis softwarem etc.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply 07/02/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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