Arizona State University·Tempe, Arizona
The Assistant Instructional Aide will support faculty by grading learner assignments, providing substantive feedback, and monitoring course discussion boards. They will also assist learners in navigating course challenges and may host live sessions as assigned.
Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Supports the coordination of day-to-day fiscal, administrative, and operational activities of a defined, program or set of funded activities. Programs are usually focused to a single purpose, may be educational, or service oriented, and may exist as a subset of an integrated funded program activity.
The Learning Enterprise at ASU seeks creative, highly motivated, self-directed, detail-oriented candidates with strong written and verbal skills, to assist with grading and course management for our Universal Learner Courses (ULC), which are delivered remotely. ULCs are scalable and delivered asynchronously, and can have between 200-1,000+learners in each course. Hours are not guaranteed and can vary between 5-20 hours per week, per 8-week session. Future sessions may be available, but not guaranteed. The ULC Assistant Instructional Aide(s) for Humanities will support faculty with learner assessment in online courses by providing feedback, as well as grade support, to learners on in-class activities and assignments. The ULC Assistant Instructional Aide(s) will monitor and grade assignments, and may be tasked to help learners navigate challenges within the Universal Learner Course. Areas/Courses of Interest: The successful candidate will be able to grade in one or more of the following areas: History Political Science Global Studies Criminal Justice Social Science Religious Studies Social Work Communications Education English
$17.00 - $18.00 per hour Essential Duties: Feedback and Grading: Successful candidates will have a significant understanding of course concepts and will be able to effectively provide substantive feedback and grade learner assignments in a timely manner. Learner Support: The role may require addressing learner challenges within the course shell via Discussion boards. In addition, this role may require monitoring and engaging in discussion activities within course Discussion boards and hosting of live sessions with learners, as assigned by faculty members.
The role requires the participation of several initial training sessions, as well as other calibration sessions as needed. Training may be synchronous or asynchronous. Other tasks, as assigned by the Learning Enterprise team.
Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Desired Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in related course or area of experience Commitment to directly advancing education equity for scholars in underserved communities. Excellent engagement, team-building, and communications skills Prior teaching experience is a plus, with preference given to those who have experience working with high-school students Experience as a tutor and/or with student success Experience with Canvas or comparable Learning Management System Ability to work proactively with limited oversight Ability to excel in changing or challenging circumstances Content knowledge and/or coursework in a related field Commitment to provide consistent support to students Must have completed ENG 101, ENG 102, ENG 105 or equivalent Working Environment: Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. May be required to perform tasks in the field within and/or across University campuses. Department Statement: About ASU: Arizona State University is the largest, fastest-growing, and most innovative university system in the U.S. Serving over 120,000 learners, the university is guided by its charter, which focuses not on exclusion, elitism, and Industrial Age academic structures, but on inclusion, innovation, and measurable results for students, the nation, and the world. ASU has been named the nation’s most innovative university for the fifth consecutive year by the U.S. News & World Report. About Learning Enterprise: We believe that the rigid and linear design of the traditional higher education system is neither an effective ladder to social and economic opportunity for all learners nor is it responsive to rapidly evolving workforce needs. ASU has responded to these challenges with the creation of Learning Enterprise (LE). We are guided by the belief that everyone should have universal access to education and opportunity. At every stage of life. LE re-imagines the role of universities in society and evolves the design of learning offerings. These products (LE’s learning offerings) are academically rigorous, tech-enabled and outcomes-driven. They are stackable, accessible, and evidence-based — designed to respond to the needs of students, employers with the resources and values of the university. LE’s initial focus is on the following areas: Foundational skills and mindsets, Professional and technical career skills and Personal development, cultural and civic learning At LE, we share a common set of values that guide our work and collaboration: Scrappy. We are undaunted by challenges. We remain undeterred by anything that stands in the way of moving our vision forward. If we fall, we get up, over and over again. If it doesn’t exist, we create it. If something doesn’t work, we try something else. Driven. We always push to be better for ourselves, for each other and for our students. We are not defeated or guided by the status quo. We see what could be and relentlessly pursue it. Intentional Architects. We know our attitude towards what we are doing will determine our success. We see the big picture and take deep pride in building every block that makes up our long-term vision. We are motivated by the potential of a transformed future while remaining firmly focused on tending to the tasks in front of us today. Leading from the heart. We deeply care about people and their well-being. Everyone is unconditionally supported. We believe in human potential and invest in continuous growth. Candid collaborators. We share ideas and feedback at all levels. We have strong opinions loosely held and intentionally engage in debate. We strive for clarity through direct and honest communication. We know our work is better for it. Driving Requirement: Driving is not required for this position.
Candidates must have an associate's degree and at least one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Proficiency in a related field and the ability to work proactively with limited oversight are required.
Market context
In Arizona, assistant instructional aide roles in humanities often draw steady interest because schools need support staff who can help with classroom routines, student engagement, and teacher follow-through. Competition usually centers on candidates who already have an associate’s degree, relevant experience, and the ability to work proactively with limited oversight. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show classroom support experience and subject-area familiarity.