Classroom & Lab Assistant Pool - Natural Sciences

Classroom & Lab Assistant Pool - Natural Sciences

Hourly Rate: $15.75

This position is an on-campus, part-time, up-to 19-hour appointment based in Champaign, Illinois.

Applications accepted through: 6/10/2025

The Classroom Assistant (CA) & Lab Assistant is a part-time, 19-hour-or-less
per week position that provides support to the course instructor to ensure the
effective delivery of the required materials and to foster a positive learning
environment. Roles may vary depending on the course. The position will work on
a schedule established by their supervisor. The CA & Lab Assistant must be
able to work independently from written or verbal instructions and work well
with instructors.

Applicants must submit:

• An online employment application
  
• Cover letter
  
• Resume or CV
  

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with classroom instruction.
  
• Preparing laboratory materials.
  
• Obtaining and distributing course materials.
  
• Assist with completing forms in accordance with department procedures; submit reports and other materials as required.
  
• Operate office equipment, such as copiers, PCs, and/or phone systems.
  
• Work independently and efficiently.
  
• May assist with special projects and events.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check with fingerprinting.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone. Excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
  
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals various backgrounds.
  
• Maintain confidentiality, be punctual, communicate changes in work schedule in advance.
  
• Appropriate attire as discussed for the work environment.
  
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self-Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump sum payment.

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered.

Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.
For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at 217-351-2220.

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.

Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing hr@parkland.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer