Teaching Assistant IASC 2P03 Fall D2

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

Job summary

Brock University invites applications for positions of Teaching Assistant, Course Coordinator, and Lab Demonstrator in the Interaction and Interface Design course. These roles involve engaging with students through support and administration of course materials, requiring specific qualifications in interactive media or computer science. Join a supportive and diverse community that prioritizes flexibility and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in interactive media or computer science required.
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS and Javascript is a must.
• Familiarity with React is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare seminar material and engage in scheduled student contact.
• Grade and proctor examinations, attend lectures, and hold office hours.
• Administer course materials and facilitate student consultations.

Skills

Knowledge of HTML/CSS

Knowledge of Javascript

Familiarity with React

Education

Bachelor's degree or college diploma in interactive media, computer science, or related discipline

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 compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

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

Post End Date: June 24, 2025 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course:

Interaction and Interface Design

Compensation

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

• Employees without 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 with 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).
• Additional duties as a Teaching Assistant will be compensated at the appropriate rate.

Duties

The duties of the Teaching Assistant shall be in accordance with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement. Responsibilities include scheduled contact time with students, preparation of seminar material, student consultation, grading, examination proctoring, attending lectures, holding office hours, and other course administration as required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or college diploma in interactive media, computer science, or a related discipline;
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS and Javascript;
• Familiarity with React is an asset;
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Applications

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

For further information

Name: Clara Suba

Department: Digital Humanities

Email: [e-mail]

Positions are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement:

• Part-time Graduate Students and Non-Students shall not accept appointments that, combined with other university appointments, exceed the maximum hours allowed under the Employment Standards Act.

The Collective Agreement governing part-time positions can be accessed at https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/.

Additional Comments

Course descriptions are available 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

Exact dates are available at https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/.

Brock University is committed to flexible work arrangements and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, and other underrepresented groups. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process as per our Employment Accommodation Policy.

We do not use AI technology in our recruitment process. Applications are appreciated; candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Learn more at www.brocku.ca.