Teaching Assistant POLI 2P31 Fall D2

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

Job summary

Brock University invites applications for a Teaching Assistant position for the POLI 2P31 course on Comparative Politics. This part-time role focuses on facilitating discussions and grading, requiring a postgraduate background in Political Science. The remuneration varies based on the candidate's qualifications, making this an excellent opportunity for driven individuals in academia.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive and equitable workplace

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or have completed a postgraduate degree in Political Science with emphasis on Comparative Politics.
• Prior experience as a teaching assistant or in a similar leadership role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating small group discussions, grading assignments and exams, providing feedback.
• Maintaining records of student performance and conducting office hours.

Skills

Strong essay writing

Organizational skills

Articulation of theoretical concepts

Education

Postgraduate degree in Political Science

Job description

Teaching Assistant POLI 2P31 Fall D2

Apply locations

St. Catharines, Main Campus

Time type

Part time

Posted on

Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id

JR-1021339

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.

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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

POLI 2P31: Comparative Politics: Political Institutions and Approaches

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 (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 (effective September 1, 2024).
• Additional duties as part of a Teaching Assistant’s duties will be compensated at the appropriate rate.

Duties

The workload for this position is 60 hours. Duties include facilitating small group discussions, grading assignments and exams, providing feedback, and maintaining records of student performance. Responsibilities align with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement, including scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities such as preparation, grading, proctoring, and office hours.

Qualifications

Must be enrolled in or have completed a postgraduate degree in Political Science with emphasis on Comparative Politics. Must articulate theoretical concepts clearly, have strong essay writing skills, good organizational skills, and prior experience as a teaching assistant or in a similar leadership role.

Applications

Include a cover letter and current resume. Seniority details can be provided in the application questionnaire.

Further Information

Name: Diane Leon

Department: Political Science

Email: [e-mail]

Positions are subject to course enrolments and budget approval.

Additional Comments

Course descriptions are available at http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/.

Academic terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-Apr), Spring (May-July), Summer (July-Aug).

Dates are available on the Registrar’s Timetables: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/.

Brock offers flexible work arrangements and is committed to a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from diverse and underrepresented groups and provide accommodations as needed. We do not use AI technology in our recruitment process. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. More info at www.brocku.ca.