<p>Position Information</p> <p>Position Availability:</p> <ul> <li>October 4 - December 13, 2025 </li><li>Saturdays (except Spring break - No classes on Saturday, November 29) </li></ul> <p>Position Title: Course Assistant for Parsons Academy Fall Program Requisition Number: 0406073706 Location New York City Position Type: Student Department: PSD/Dean's Office Responsibilities:</p> <p>Introduction:</p> <p>Parsons Academy offers a variety of art and design courses for students in grades 3 through 12 in subjects ranging from fine arts and illustration to design disciplines such as fashion design, interior design, photography, animation, and more. Students in grades 9-12 with prior art and design experiences may take our portfolio development course to re-envision their current body of creative work as they create portfolio presentations for the college admissions process. Classes meet on campus on Saturdays in the spring semester.</p> <p>This position will assist in teaching and learning in a class environment for students ranging from Grades 3-12. The Course Assistant reports to the Assistant Director of Operations and Planning,</p> <p>Parsons Academy.</p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.</p> <p>Job description/schedule:</p> <ul> <li>Course Assistants support teaching and learning outcomes for art and design courses for Parsons Academy students in grades 3-12 through non-instructional activities. </li><li>Course Assistants are expected to work the following days in a support role for a teacher. Work schedule will be finalized upon hiring. </li><li>Parsons Academy: Fall (Grades 3-12) (In-Person): </li><li>October 4 - December 13, 2025 </li><li>Saturdays (except Spring break - No classes on Saturday, November 29) </li><li>9:30am-1:00pm ET (3.5 hours of paid time) </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Attending class sessions and supporting faculty, including chaperoning for field trips. </li><li>Assisting with classroom set-up and breakdown, including for Open Studios. </li><li>Demonstrating techniques. </li><li>Collecting assignments and projects. </li><li>Uploading course content and documentation online throughout the course. </li><li>Building community among students to serve academic success. </li><li>Assisting new students with campus navigation. </li></ul> <p>Rate: $25.13 / hour</p> <p>Work Mode: On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely.</p> <p>This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between SENS-UAW, Local 7902 and the University.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Current New School students in good academic standing and enrolled for Fall 2025. </li><li>Responsible and punctual with the ability to meet deadlines and respond in a timely manner </li><li>Positive disposition to represent the university, and a willingness to help students from diverse backgrounds progress in their summer intensive experience </li><li>Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Familiarity with art and design. </li><li>Flexibility and willingness to support the New School community. </li></ul> <p>Job Family: Parsons Posting Date: 08/22/2025 Closing Date: 09/26/2025 Open Until Filled No</p>