WS - Communications Teaching Assistant - FWS

Department: Communications

Experience: Advanced

Job Code: NA Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Chandra Massner

Requested Start Date: 826/2026 Assist the Communication program with clerical, academic, and research support duties. Maintain confidentiality, support projects, and provide classroom assistance as needed.

Responsibilities: And Career Competencies Maintain confidentiality including FERPA, be punctual, and communicate schedule changes in advance – L, P Provide clerical support including proofreading, photocopying, filing, and assigned projects – TW Use superior verbal and written communication, especially APA writing style – C, CT Use MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and compile data using software programs – T Assist with development of course resources – T, C, CT Work independently and efficiently; guide students using available resources – CT, P, L Prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines – L, CT Be available to assist in class as a TA, including monitoring exams – L, P, CT Dress appropriately for the work environment – P Monitor and post to social media accounts – P, T, CSD Grade assignments as directed by faculty, -- T, CT, P, CTR Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T) In the following sections check all boxes that apply to your job.

Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Power Point, Social Media

Other Skills: Attention to detail, Classroom speaking on occasion, Written & verbal communication, Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: M-F 9-5 hours may vary depending on workload Work Conditions: Light Intensity

Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/Handling, Lifting up to 10 lbs., Carrying up to 10 lbs., Number of Positions: 1 Hours needed per week: 10

Pay Rate: $10.50/hour

Location: Armington 4th floor The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.