Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Regina; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian academic institution seeks Graduate Teaching Assistants to support course delivery across various subjects. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, marking, tutoring students, and providing technical assistance for online classes. Candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as proficiency with Zoom and a preference for prior experience in logistics or event coordination. This position spans the Winter Term 2026 and offers multiple vacancies.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively is necessary.
• Prior experience in event planning or logistics coordination preferred.
• Technical support experience with hybrid events is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing instructional material for classes.
• Mark assignments and tests and provide tutoring to students.
• Support classes with discussions and technical needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Zoom

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTA) to facilitate delivery for multiple courses. The GTA will work closely with the instructor to coordinate and manage logistics, ensure a smooth program flow, and provide general support to program participants.

Position Details

Posting Summary: Competition Number 20252212SS. Position Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant. Faculty/Department: Johnson Shoyama Graduate School. Employee Group: CUPE 2419 CUPE 5791. Category: Student. Number of Vacancies: 9.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing instructional material for each class.
• Assist in marking assignments and tests.
• Carry out tutoring sessions to students before assignments and tests.
• Support weekly classes by assisting with discussions and applied policy exercises.
• Provide technical support for classroom software (e.g., Zoom).

Course‑Specific Tasks

• JSGS 802 – Public Finance: Assist in preparing instructional material; assist in marking; interpret and explain Canadian public finance frameworks. Preferred completion of JSGS 805 or JSGS 802.
• JSGS 808 – Ethical Leadership and Democracy in Public Service: Assist in preparing instructional material; tutor students; explain ethical and leadership concepts. Strong analytical and academic writing skills required.
• JSGS 806 – Public Policy Analysis: Assist in preparing instructional material; tutor students; support weekly classes. Ideally completed JSGS 806 or have knowledge of public policy analysis methods.
• JSGS 8XX – Environmental Policy: Assist in developing new JSGS course on Environmental Policy. Strong understanding of climate change mitigation, pollution costs, and policy approaches.
• JSGS 892 – MPA Capstone Class: Support class during excursions and finalize presentations; provide technical experience running Zoom and other software.
• JSGS 856 – Health Information Privacy Policy: Assist in preparing instructional material; assist in marking. Prior completion of JSGS 856 preferred.
• JSGS 8XX – Content Developer: Interview students and alumni; create social media posts highlighting experiences; collaborate with staff on brand alignment.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Zoom.
• Prior experience in event planning, logistics coordination, project management, and hybrid event delivery highly preferred.

Job Information

Pay Grade: As Per CUPE 2419 Salary Range. Status: Term. Work Hours: As indicated by Primary Course Instructor or Supervisor. Course Modality: As per course. Term/Duration: Winter Term 2026.

Open Until Filled. Job Open Date: 12/04/2025. Job Close Date: 12/12/2025.

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter