chronicle of higher educationMarienthal, KS
Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect
$3,750
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Graduate Teaching Assistant - Indirect
chronicle of higher educationMarienthal, KS
16 days ago
$3,750
Teaching Assistants, PostsecondaryTeaching Assistants, All OtherForeign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsJunior CollegesAll Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
Apply for this role →Department Modern & Classical Languages & Literatures
Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type Part Time
Pay $3,750 per semester
Work Schedule work is performed on-site and inperson. Monday - Friday, times variable dependent on class schedule
Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement.
Job Story A Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) focused on indirect teaching support behind the scenes without leading front-of-class lectures, centering on grading, course material preparation, and Blackboard administration. The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to assist with instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment, and exercise discretion when dealing with student matters. The main purpose and responsibility of GTAs is to impart knowledge or training to students at Wichita State University
Job Summary:
The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to assist with instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment, and exercise discretion when dealing with student matters. The main purpose and responsibility of GTAs is to impart knowledge or training to students at Wichita State University.
Required Education Bachelor's Degree
Additional Requirements:
Grading & Assessment: Score quizzes, exams, essays, andhomework assignments accurately using provided rubrics and answerkeys.
Course Material Setup: Help Faculty organize and format syllabuscontent, lecture slides, reading lists, and multimedia resourcesunder faculty direction.
Blackboard Administration: Help Faculty manage the online courseportal (Blackboard), post announcements, update digital gradebooks, and upload files.
Student Support Services: Help Faculty hold non-instructionaloffice hours or virtual help desks to answer student questionsregarding grades, logistics, or assignment formatting.
Enrollment Status: Current active enrollment in a relevant graduatedegree program (Master's) at Wichita State University.
Academic Standing: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA (typically 3.0or higher) and good academic standing in the department.
Required Experience:
To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing. Students admitted on probation or placed on academic probation following admission may be eligible for assistantship awards under certain circumstances.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
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Level
Mid
Salary
$3,750
Location
Marienthal, KS
Occupation
Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary
Industry
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Posted
16 days ago