2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES FOUNDATION; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES FOUNDATION is seeking a Teaching Associate for the Kinesiology Department. This part-time role requires graduate students who can instruct courses and support diverse students. Key responsibilities include managing class meetings, preparing course materials, and evaluating student performance.

The position offers flexible scheduling and aims at contributing to a vibrant learning environment. Applicants must demonstrate effective collaboration and commitment to diversity in education.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program.
• Enrollment in course(s) for the semester towards the degree.
• Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and manage in-person class meetings.
• Create and maintain online learning environments.
• Assess student performance and maintain office hours.

Skills

Effective collaboration

Inclusivity

Student assessment

Course material preparation

Education

Degree-seeking graduate student in Kinesiology

Tools

Canvas

Job description

2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Job no: 559189
Work type: Teaching Associate
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time

College: Rongxiang Xu College of Health & Human Services

Position Title: 2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Department: Kinesiology

Teaching Associate – Academic Year. The Department of Kinesiology seeks graduate student applicants for Teaching Associates. Teaching Associates typically are responsible for providing classroom instructions.

• The department is seeking TA applicants for sections of various courses.
• TAs will teach sections of various courses following semester and could have opportunities to teach other beginning courses in the Kinesiology Department.

The department hires with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. The department reserves the right to choose the most qualified candidate for each position and to assign TA to the course(s) that are appropriate for the department program and curriculum in any given semester. Due to staff and curriculum changes, courses offered may vary, and no guarantee of employment from semester to semester can be made.

Anticipated Appointment Dates: This position is opened until filled. If you have applied and no other positions are available, you will be notified.

• Fall 2026: August 21, 2026 – December 23, 2026
• Spring 2027: January 21, 2027 – May 29, 2027

Hours/Units per week: Students can work up to 20 hours per week; No more than 7.5 units can be assigned per semester.

Job Duties: May include the following, but will be dependent upon the specific courses to which the teaching associate will be assigned, as well as upon the specific needs of the faculty member in charge of the course:

• Attendance at TA orientation at the beginning of the semester
• Instruct and manage in-person class meetings
• Create and actively maintain online learning classroom (Canvas)
• Create or implement course design and assignment sequence
• Prepare course materials and classroom activities
• Administer examinations
• Assess student performance, including grading assignments and assigning grades.
• Maintain office hours

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree‑seeking graduate student in the Department of Kinesiology. Teaching Associates must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program. The successful applicant will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.
• Admissions to the Master Program in the Department of Kinesiology, in good academic standing
• Enrollment in course(s) for the semester towards the degree
• Ability to relate well with others within the academic environment and have the ability or potential to learn how to instruct and evaluate students
• Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Salary Range: $3,245 - $7,598

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment: All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Los Angeles provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. California State University, Los Angeles complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. California State University, Los Angeles is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. At California State University, Los Angeles, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.

Advertised: Jun 11, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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