Marker-Grader PSYC 2P01 Fall/Winter D1-1

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Brock University seeks a Marker-Grader for the course PSYC 2P01, aimed at helping students enhance their career preparation skills. The position's duties include marking assignments related to resume and LinkedIn profile writing. Ideal candidates should have strong academic backgrounds and communication skills, willing to engage with students and instructors actively.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Previous TA or Marker-grader experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Mark two assignments for course PSYC 2P01.
• Manage hours based on course enrollment, one hour per student.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Writing and editing skills

Feedback provision

Education

Completed or enrolled in PSYC 5Y51/52/61/62/71/72

Minimum 3rd Year completed in PSYC BA or BSc

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: June 16, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course

PSYC 2P01, Roadmap to Careers in Psychology

Compensation

Marker-Grader positions are paid according to the qualifications that the employee holds:

• Master’s Degree Complete ($34.10/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed a master’s degree (Rate effective September 1, 2024)
• Undergraduate Degree Complete ($29.40/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed a four-year honours degree or a three-year pass degree (Rate effective September 1, 2024)
• Third Year Complete ($21.70/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed the third year of an undergraduate honours degree (Rate effective September 1, 2024)
• Second Year Complete ($19.09/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed the second year of an undergraduate degree (Rate effective September 1, 2024)
• First Year Complete ($18.00/hour) - Paid to employees who have completed the first year of an undergraduate honours degree (Rate effective September 1, 2024)

Duties

Contract 1: September 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026

The number of nominal hours assigned to a Marker-Grader may vary. Total stipend depends on course enrollment, with 1 hour per registered student. Duties include marking two assignments: a) the write-rewrite assignment for resume-cover letters; and b) the write-rewrite assignment for LinkedIn profiles, in accordance with Article 22 of the Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or be enrolled in PSYC 5Y51/52/61/62/71/72 or PSYC 7Y51/52/53/61/62/63/71/72/73, or 5F01, within the previous five years; OR minimum 3rd Year complete and currently enrolled in a PSYC BA or BSc program, with an average of at least 85; and have taken this course within the previous five years, with a grade of at least 80. Previous TA or Marker-grader experience in this course is considered an equivalent.
• Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of all course topics.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage data accurately.
• Excellent time management skills to meet marking deadlines.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a thorough understanding of APA style.
• Adept at providing constructive feedback.
• Ability and willingness to communicate with the instructor, fellow TAs, and students via email and video conferencing.

Applicants must identify the course for equivalency consideration, providing transcripts or course outlines as needed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications

Please include a cover letter and current resume. Seniority details should be provided if applicable.

Further Information

Department of Psychology
[e-mail]

Positions depend on course enrollment and budget approval.

Additional Comments

Course descriptions are available at http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/. Academic terms typically run from September to August, with specific dates on the Registrar's website.

Brock University is committed to flexible work arrangements and fostering a respectful, inclusive environment. We encourage applications from diverse and underrepresented groups and provide accommodations as per our policies. We do not use AI technology in our recruitment process.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

More about Brock University at www.brocku.ca.