2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Opt For Healthy Living; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is looking for graduate students to fill Teaching Associate positions in the Department of Kinesiology at Cal State LA. These roles involve teaching Kinesiology courses, preparing course materials, and administering assessments.

The ideal candidates must be admitted to the Kinesiology Master’s program and show a commitment to working with a diverse student body. The position offers flexible hours, up to 20 hours per week, with a salary range of $3,245 to $7,598 per academic year.

Qualifications

• Master’s program admission to Kinesiology in good academic standing.
• Currently enrolled or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program.
• Demonstrated ability to relate well with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned sections of Kinesiology courses or laboratory units.
• Prepare and maintain course materials and assessments.
• Administer examinations and assess student performance.

Skills

Relate well with others

Instructional and evaluation skills

Commitment to diverse backgrounds

Education

Admission to the Kinesiology Master’s program

Currently enrolled in a Cal State LA graduate program

Job description

2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Job no: 559189
Work type: Teaching Associate
Location: Los Angeles

College: Rongxiang Xu College of Health & Human Services

Position Title: 2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Department: Department of Kinesiology

The Department of Kinesiology seeks graduate students for Teaching Associate positions, which involve providing classroom instruction, laboratory support, and assessment of student learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned sections of Kinesiology courses or laboratory units.
• Prepare and maintain course materials, online learning environment (Canvas), and assessments.
• Administer examinations and assess student performance, including grading assignments.
• Maintain office hours and provide student support.
• Attend TA orientation and weekly meetings with faculty or lab coordinator.

Qualifications

• Master’s program admission to the Kinesiology Department in good academic standing.
• Currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program.
• Demonstrated ability to relate well with others and potential to learn instructional and evaluation skills.
• Commitment to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Salary and Hours

Hours: up to 20 hours per week; no more than 7.5 units per semester.

Salary: $3,245 – $7,598 per academic year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equal Opportunity

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. 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, Cal State LA 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, other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.