Teaching Assistant

Description:

The second 85-minute segment will be with groups of up to 20 students in an active learning workshop led by two TAs. TAs will receive guidelines and materials for each session. TAs will be responsible for assessing and providing feedback to these students (~10 per TA) on their written individual and team assignments throughout the term. TAs will also be the first contact for responding to students’ needs and concerns throughout the course.

Summary of required duties:

• Participate in weekly 1-hour course meetings with teaching team co-instructors and TAs

• Hold office hours as required by students

• Work closely with TAs and co-instructors to lead weekly workshops including facilitating discussions

• Complete course readings and follow workshop instructions

• Answer students’ questions (including emails) pertaining to course material and assessment.

• Grade and provide feedback on student assessments in a timely fashion in collaboration with instructors.

• Accountable for professional, timely, and confidential use and accurate entry of student marks in the FSCI 198 Grade Book in myCourses.

Qualifications:

• Strong candidates will have an interest in climate education and experience with grading and giving feedback on writing. Interest in Indigenous pedagogy is important. Knowledge and practice of science communication is valuable.

• A willingness to learn with undergraduate students and to engage in reflective and inclusive teaching practices is key.

• Completed undergraduate degree in science, arts, engineering, education, or other related field.

• Must have strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills.

• McGill University is committed to equity in employment.