Teaching Assistant POLI 3P94 Winter D3

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

Job summary

Brock University is hiring a part-time Teaching Assistant for the POLI 3P94 course on European Politics. Responsibilities include facilitating discussions, grading, and feedback. Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Political Science and strong skills in essay writing and organization. Competitive compensation based on qualifications with opportunities to gain teaching experience in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or have completed a postgraduate degree in Political Science with emphasis on Comparative Politics.
• Strong essay writing and organizational skills required.
• Prior experience as a teaching assistant or in a leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating small group discussions and grading assignments.
• Providing feedback and maintaining accurate records of student performance.
• Preparation, grading, student consultations, and course administration.

Skills

Essay writing

Organizational skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Political Science

Job description

Teaching Assistant POLI 3P94 Winter D3

Apply locations: St. Catharines, Main Campus

Type: Part time | Posted: Yesterday | Job requisition id: JR-1021360

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 for Diversity by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community offering a wide range of career opportunities.

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Post End Date:

June 24, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Course Title: POLI 3P94: European Politics

Compensation:

• Employees without a 4-year honours or 3-year pass degree are paid the undergraduate rate - $22.07/hr (effective September 1, 2024).
• Employees with a 4-year honours or 3-year pass degree are paid the graduate rate - $34.73/hr (effective September 1, 2024).
• Additional duties are compensated at the appropriate Teaching Assistant rate.

Duties:

Responsibilities include facilitating small group discussions, grading assignments and exams, providing feedback, and maintaining accurate records of student performance. Duties align with Article 22 of the CUPE Local 4207, Unit 1, Collective Agreement, including scheduled contact time and non-classroom activities such as preparation, grading, student consultations, and course administration.

Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in or have completed a postgraduate degree in Political Science with emphasis on Comparative Politics, and have completed POLI 3P94 or equivalent. Candidates should have strong essay writing skills, good organizational skills, and prior experience as a teaching assistant or in a leadership role.

Applications:

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

Further Information:

Contact: Diane Leon, Political Science, [e-mail]

Note: Positions depend on course enrolments and budget approval.

Additional Comments:

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

Academic terms:

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

Dates are listed on the Registrar's website.

Brock offers flexible work arrangements and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Contact [e-mail] for disability-related accommodations.

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

Learn more at www.brocku.ca.