Teaching Assistant COSC 4P02 Winter D3

Brock University; Lincoln; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the COSC 4P02 - Software Engineering II course. The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in scheduled contact time with students, preparing seminar materials, and grading. Applicants must be fourth-year students in Computer Science or hold a degree, achieving at least 80% in the course. The position offers competitive compensation and encourages a diverse range of applications.

Qualifications

• Achieved a minimum of 80% in course COSC 4P02.
• Must be fourth-year students or above.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled contact time with students.
• Preparation of seminar material and student consultation.
• Marking or grading, examination proctoring.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to explain subject material

Punctuality

Education

Currently enrolled in Computer Science

Completed Computer Science degree or equivalent

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 outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton‑Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities.

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

Post End Date: November 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Course: COSC 4P02 - Software Engineering II

Compensation

• Employees who do NOT hold a 4-year honours degree or a 3-year pass degree will be paid the undergraduate rate – $22.07 per hour (Rate effective September 1, 2024).
• Employees who hold a 4-year honours degree or a 3-year pass degree will be paid the graduate rate – $34.73 per hour (Rate effective September 1, 2024).
• In cases where additional duties are required as part of a Teaching Assistant’s duties, these hours shall be compensated at the appropriate Teaching Assistant rate.

Duties

The duties and responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant shall be in accordance with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement. These are made up of scheduled contact time with students and non‑classroom time (including preparation of seminar material, student consultation, marking or grading, examination proctoring, attending lectures, holding office hours, and other course administration as may be required).

Qualifications

• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of 80% in the course.
• Applicants must be at least fourth‑year students currently enrolled in Computer Science, or who have completed a Computer Science degree or equivalent.
• The successful applicant must have effective communication skills including the ability to explain subject material to students, be punctual in attending classes and meetings, and be able to meet appropriate deadlines.

Applications

Please include a cover letter and a current resume. Members with seniority can provide seniority date within the application questionnaire.

Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

Additional Comments

Members shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours (i.e., not overtime hours) allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time.

The Collective Agreement governs part‑time Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Lab Demonstrator, Course Coordinator and Marker‑Grader positions at Brock University. The Agreement can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site – https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/

Course Descriptions and Academic Terms

Course descriptions can be found at http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/.

Academic terms generally run from:

Fall – September to December

Winter – January to April

Spring – May to July

Summer – July to August

Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page – https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/

Flexible Work Arrangements

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student‑centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

AI Technology

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca.