WS - Psychology Teaching Assistant - FWS

PSYCHOLOGY TEACHING ASSISTANT Division: CAS Department: Psychology Experience: Entry-level Job Code: TBD Supervisor/Reports To: Dr. James Sapp Start Date: 8/25/2026 Assist the Psychology department with clerical, academic, and research support duties. Maintain confidentiality, support projects, and provide classroom assistance as needed.

Responsibilities

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, CTR Use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and compile data using software programs – T Assist with group and individual projects like data analysis and resource development – CT, C, TW, T Work independently and efficiently; guide students using available resources – CT, P Prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and work inclusively – L, CTR Be available to assist in class as a TA, including monitoring exams – L, P Dress appropriately for the work environment – P Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self-Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T) Education Requirements: Must be a current UPIKE student in good standing.

Preferred Skills

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, attention to detail, classroom speaking on occasion, written & verbal communication, willingness to learn new things. Work Schedule: Varies depending on workload. Work Conditions: Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/handling, Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. Number of Positions: 2 Pay Rate: $10.

50/hour Location: ARM 437 To Apply: Submit application and resume through the UPIKE campus employment system. Application Notes: Resumes and applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates.

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 admission of students.