Teaching Assistant PSYC 4P30 Winter D3

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

Job summary

Brock University is seeking a Teaching Assistant for the PSYC 4P30 course in Positive Psychology. This part-time role includes responsibilities such as grading, preparing materials, and assisting students, requiring knowledge in PSYC courses within the last five years. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and organizational abilities, with compensation based on their qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3rd-year student with an 80% average.
• Understanding of course content is essential.
• Previous TA experience in this course is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, prepare seminar materials, and grade assignments.
• Hold office hours and provide feedback to students.
• Maintain records and assist with course-related duties.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Completed or enrolled in specific PSYC courses

Job description

Teaching Assistant PSYC 4P30 Winter D3

Apply locations: St. Catharines, Main Campus
Time type: Part time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: JR-1020796

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 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 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course: PSYC 4P30, Positive Psychology

Compensation: Teaching Assistant, Course Coordinator, and Lab Demonstrator positions are paid according to qualifications:

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

Duties: 60 hours/half credit course appointment, including attending meetings, preparing seminar materials, grading, providing feedback, holding office hours, maintaining records, assisting students, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must have completed or be enrolled in specific PSYC courses within the past five years or be a minimum 3rd-year student with an 80% average. Previous TA experience in this course is an asset. Must demonstrate understanding of course content, strong communication and organizational skills, ability to provide constructive feedback, and be available for remote and on-campus activities during scheduled times. Must identify the course for consideration of equivalency and provide supporting documentation if courses are taken elsewhere.

Applications: Include a cover letter and current resume. Provide seniority date if applicable.

Further Information: Department of Psychology, [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 on the Registrar's website.

Brock is committed to flexible work arrangements and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. Accommodation requests can be directed to [e-mail].

Brock does not use AI technology in recruitment. Candidates will be contacted if selected for an interview. More info at www.brocku.ca.