Teaching Assistant COSC 4P61 Winter D3-1

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

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution is looking for a Teaching Assistant for the course COSC 4P61 - Theory of Computation. Responsibilities include student consultation, grading, and preparation of seminar materials. Applicants must be fourth-year students in Computer Science or have completed an equivalent degree with strong communication skills and a minimum of 80% in the course. The position offers competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications, promoting flexibility and inclusivity.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process

Qualifications

• Minimum of 80% in the course required.
• Currently enrolled in Computer Science program or equivalent degree.
• Meet appropriate deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom time.
• Prepare seminar material and consult with students.
• Marking or grading and examination proctoring.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to explain subject material

Punctuality

Education

Fourth-year student in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Post End Date: November 21, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Title of Course

COSC 4P61 - Theory of Computation

Compensation

Teaching Assistant, Course Coordinator and Lab Demonstrator positions are paid according to the qualifications that the employee holds.

• 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; and
• 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.

As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement:

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/

Additional Comments

Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website: http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/

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.

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.

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

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

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/

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