Teaching Assistant LING 3Q93 Fall D2

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

Job summary

Brock University is seeking a Course Instructor for Introduction to Neurolinguistics for the Fall term. The role involves preparing and delivering course content, grading, and student engagement, requiring a minimum of a four-year BA and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the relevant course with at least 80%.
• Strong interpersonal skills supporting student needs.
• Excellent organizational skills and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct course lectures and prepare materials.
• Grade assignments and proctor exams.
• Consult with students for academic support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Four-year BA or admission to 4th year with 80% major average

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and 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, ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and among the top 10 for Diversity by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive community offering diverse career opportunities.

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

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

Position: Course Instructor for Introduction to Neurolinguistics (Fall D2)

Compensation

Positions include Teaching Assistant, Course Coordinator, and Lab Demonstrator, paid according to qualifications:

• Undergraduate rate: $22.07/hr for employees without a 4-year honours or 3-year pass degree (effective September 1, 2024).
• Graduate rate: $34.73/hr for employees with a 4-year honours or 3-year pass degree (effective September 1, 2024).

Additional duties as a Teaching Assistant will be compensated at the appropriate rate.

Duties

The duties align with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement, including scheduled contact hours, preparation, student consultation, grading, exam proctoring, attending lectures, and course administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum four-year BA completed or admission to 4th year with 80% major average.
• Must have completed this course (or equivalent) with at least 80%.
• Strong interpersonal skills supporting student needs and communication.
• Excellent organizational skills, record-keeping, and proficiency with Excel.

Application Process

Apply online via Workday; paper or email applications are not accepted. Include a cover letter (with a non-Brock email) and a current resume. Seniority date can be provided in the application questionnaire.

Further Information

Contact: Administrative Coordinator, Applied Linguistics, [e-mail].

Positions depend on course enrollment and budget approval.

Workload and Collective Agreement

• Graduate students enrolled full-time can work up to 10 hours/week with prior Dean approval.
• Undergraduates can accept up to 9 TA appointments per term minus enrolled courses.
• Part-time graduate students and non-students must not exceed weekly hour limits per the Employment Standards Act.

Permission to exceed workload limits must be obtained prior to application.

The Collective Agreement details are available at https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/.

Additional Comments

Course descriptions are on the Undergraduate Course Calendar. Academic terms are:

• Fall: September to December
• Winter: January to April
• Spring: May to July
• Summer: July to August

Actual dates are on the Registrar's timetable: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/.

We support flexible work arrangements as per our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. All employees are expected to work on campus as needed.

Brock University values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups, including women, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, Indigenous peoples, and racialized or cultural minorities. We are committed to accessible recruitment and accommodations; contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Brock University does not use AI technology in recruitment. We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Learn more at www.brocku.ca.