Introduction to Computing

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph is seeking Teaching Assistants and Graduate Service Assistants for the Winter 2027 term in the School of Computer Science. Positions support online CIS1200 course delivery, grading, and student consultation, with flexible hours and potential for on-campus involvement.

Assignments run January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027, with a wage of 31.26 CAD per hour. Candidates must be enrolled for Winter 2027 and meet course prerequisites. Training and AI use policies are in place.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student in the Winter 2027 semester.
• Must have successfully completed CIS*2500 (Intermediate Programming) with a minimum grade of 75%.
• Must have excellent writing skills and be able to effectively critique (in writing) student assignments.
• The ability to communicate computer science concepts to students effectively, both in written form and verbally.
• Experience with distance education courses either as a student or as a TA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CIS*1200 subject area through course development or having recently taken a similar undergraduate or graduate course.

Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading
• Other Duties (specify below)

Skills

Excellent writing

Effective communication

Distance education experience

CIS-1200 knowledge course development

Education

Enrolled in Winter 2027

Completed CIS*2500 with 75%

Tools

Excel

VBA scripting

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA399877- Winter 2027-CIS*1200*DE Introduction to Computing

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

UTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

School of Computer Science

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:

N/A

Course Number:

CIS*1200*DE

Course Name:

Introduction to Computing

Course Format:

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information:

The total number of assignments is a low estimate of the number of available appointments. The final number may be higher and it will depend on class enrolment at the time of assignment.

400

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:

0

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

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

1

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

1

Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading
• Other Duties (specify below)

Other Duties Described:

These teaching assistantships are for the support of online courses. Candidates must be prepared to work outside the regular 9-5 work week, and have access to the internet and a computer that meets minimum requirements.NOTE: The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.May be required to complete departmental TA training. Further information will be provided upon hiring.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student in the Winter 2027 semester
• Must have successfully completed CIS*2500 (Intermediate Programming) with a minimum grade of 75%. (PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR TRANSCRIPT TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU MEET THIS REQUIREMENT. The department reserves the right to verify grades)
• Must have excellent writing skills and be able to effectively critique (in writing) student assignments
• The ability to communicate computer science concepts to students effectively, both in written form and verbally
• Experience with distance education courses either as a student or as a TA
• Demonstrated knowledge of CIS*1200 subject area through course development or having recently taken a similar undergraduate or graduate course

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous successful TA experience supporting CIS*1200
• Experience using any software/hardware that is employed in CIS*1200
• Proven experience with Excel troubleshooting
• Proven experience with VBA scripting

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

See duties and qualifications above. Must be available to complete TA duties as required until the end of the work period.

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):

UTA $31.26/hr effective 2025/26

Other Posting Information

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

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Posting Email Contact:

Hiring Contact Information:

Instructional Support Coordinator - [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.