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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for online grading assistant in the United States is $18.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Online Grading Assistants are professionals who help teachers or educational institutions assess and grade assignments, quizzes, or exams submitted by students through online platforms. Their role typically includes reviewing student work, applying grading rubrics, providing constructive feedback, and sometimes entering grades into learning management systems. This position helps educators manage large volumes of student submissions efficiently while ensuring grading consistency and timely feedback. Online Grading Assistants may work for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, or educational technology companies. Strong attention to detail, subject knowledge, and familiarity with online education tools are essential for this role.

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To thrive as an Online Grading Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, subject matter proficiency, and familiarity with grading rubrics, typically supported by relevant educational background. Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard and digital grading tools is often required. Excellent time management, communication skills, and integrity help ensure accurate and timely feedback to students. These abilities are essential for maintaining academic standards and supporting effective online learning environments.

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Online Grading Assistants often handle a high number of assignments with tight deadlines, which can be challenging to manage efficiently. To stay organized, it’s important to develop a consistent workflow, utilize digital tools for tracking submissions, and prioritize tasks based on due dates and complexity. Clear communication with instructors and students is also key to ensuring expectations are met and issues are addressed promptly. Leveraging templates for feedback and setting aside dedicated grading time each day can help maintain accuracy and reduce stress.

What is the difference between Online Grading Assistant vs Online Tutor?

AspectOnline Grading AssistantOnline Tutor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sometimes college courseworkTypically requires a degree or expertise in the subject
Work EnvironmentRemote, often flexible hours, working with educational institutionsRemote or in-person, interactive sessions with students
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, online learning platformsOnline tutoring companies, educational platforms

Online Grading Assistants primarily evaluate and score student work, focusing on assessment tasks, while Online Tutors engage directly with students to teach and clarify concepts. Both roles are remote and often require similar educational backgrounds, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Social Work Adjunct Faculty Applicant Pool

Nku

Highland Heights, KY

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Position Title:

Social Work Adjunct Faculty Applicant Pool

Position Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

About the Role:

The School of Social Work at Northern Kentucky University is seeking to create a database of potential part-time instructors qualified to teach courses in both the BSW and MSW programs. Applicants should be qualified to teach courses that are primarily online.
THERE IS NOT A SPECIFIC POSITION ASSOCIATED WITH THIS POSTING. THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO CREATE A DATABASE OF POTENTIAL PART-TIME FACULTY.

Adjunct faculty members work under the leadership of BSW and MSW full-time faculty members. Courses are designed by full-time faculty members according to Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) policies and standards. Adjunct faculty members assist full-time faculty members in presenting the course content assigned.

Primary Responsibilities:

1) Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract, either fully online or via a hybrid model through NKU's learning platform.

2) Complete mandatory training for online instruction.
3) Teaching the assigned class in accordance with syllabus, learning objectives, and session plans.
4) Provide online meeting times for students as detailed in the course syllabus.
5) Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and/or exams.
6) Administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics.
7) Provide feedback on student progress in a timely manner.
8) Be available for student consultation.
9) Managing the MyNKU online grading system.
10) Adhere to all expectations and policies as outlined in the provided SSW Faculty Handbook sections and applicable NKU policies.

Qualifications:

All adjuncts complete all program and university mandatory online instruction orientation(s) and training(s) regardless of previous online instruction experience or training. Candidates should have a computer preferably manufactured in the past three years, web camera, and high-speed internet connection. Additionally, candidate computers should have Windows 98 or better/ Mac OSX 10.4 or higher, Sound card, and MS Office 2004 or higher, or some other word processor.

In order to teach within the School of Social Work, adjuncts must have an MSW and at least 2 years of social work experience post-graduation. For entry level BSW courses, adjuncts with an MSW and at least 2 years of post-BSW practice may be considered. Moreover, in order to teach advanced clinical courses in the MSW program, adjuncts must be fully licensed in social work (e.g., LCSW or LISW) and have at least 2 years of clinical experience post-licensure. All adjunct faculty will be approved by the applicable program director.

Skills and Knowledge Preferred:

- Current knowledge of the relevant discipline
- Prior teaching experience in a graduate or undergraduate program or corporate training, particularly to adult students
- Prior experience teaching online
- Ability to use technology effectively in teaching

A complete application will include the following elements: (Documents can be dropped in the same drop box).

- A cover letter that describes how well the applicant satisfies the required and preferred qualifications listed above and how the applicant will specifically contribute to the success of the social work program

- Resume

- Three professional references

- Evidence of requests of official graduate transcripts

Other:
- Provide official transcripts to NKU Provost office
- Complete any mandatory Online Faculty Orientation course(s)

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law

Work Environment & Physical Demands:


For additional information about the position or application process, please contact Dr. Caroline Macke, Director of the School of Social Work by email at mackec1@nku.edu or Ms. Melanie Hall at 859 572-5604.
For more information about the School of Social Work programs, please see: https://www.nku.edu/academics/chhs/programs/schools/socialwork.html

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