Clinical Psychology and Mental Health

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Guelph in Ontario is offering Winter 2027 teaching assignments for PSYC*2020*01: Clinical Psychology and Mental Health. Responsibilities include grading, invigilating exams, student consultations, and online facilitation.

Applicants must be enrolled in a Masters or PhD program in Psychology and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Assignments are in-person with standard TA duties, and selected applicants will support instructors throughout Winter 2027 in

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program in Psychology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students and instructors.
• Ability to provide timely evaluation and constructive feedback.
• Experience with online grading and online learning environments.
• Familiarity with equity, inclusion, and human rights considerations in education.

Responsibilities

• Orientation and training of students.
• Preparation of materials and feedback.
• Student consultation with instructors.
• Invigilating exams.
• Grading with rubric-based feedback.
• Monitor online discussions and respond as required.
• Maintain prompt and professional communication with staff and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Online facilitation

Grading experience

Time management

Course management systems

SAS policies

Equity and inclusion understanding

Evidence-based practice

Education

Masters or PhD in Psychology

Tools

SAS policies

Course management systems

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA400360- Winter 2027-PSYC*2020*01 Clinical Psychology and Mental Health

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period:

Some

Course Number:

PSYC*2020*01

Course Name:

Clinical Psychology and Mental Health

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

300

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

Yes

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

4

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available:

4

Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

Orientation-Training

Preparation

Student Consultation

Invigilating Exams

Grading

Other Duties (specify below)

Other Duties Described:

Accurate and consistent grading of written work to be completed within 2 weeks, with constructive feedback as needed.Prompt and professional communication with instructor and students.Respond to student queries as required.Monitor online discussion board according to schedule determined by course instructor.Invigilating Exams, midterm(s) and/or final, including in person, as required by the course.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program in PsychologyInterpersonal and/or communication skills.Providing timely and accurate evaluation of student assignments aligning with marking rubric/scheme.Assessing and providing constructive feedback on oral and/or written work.

Preferred Qualifications:

Substantive knowledge of course content demonstrated by undergraduate or graduate coursework, research area, or other professional development.Practical or applied experience related to course content.Strong time management and organizational skills.Experience grading (including online grading).Online communication/facilitation skills; must enjoy facilitation of learning in online setting.Experience with SAS policies and course management systemsDemonstrated understanding of issues such as: human rights, equity, anti-oppressive practices, mental health support, etc.Understanding of and appreciation for scientific evidence (e.g., RCT) for guiding practice.Must be available for attendance at all classes.Strong clinical skills.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

See WebAdvisor

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Monday, November 2, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

Hiring Contact Information:

Department of [e-mail]

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in-person meetings as required.

Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).

The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.