26-27 AY Teaching Associate (TA) - Animal Sci & Ag Education

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for Teaching Associates in Fresno, California, for the Department of Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education. Successful candidates will manage classrooms, provide instruction, and assess student performance. Applicants must be enrolled in the Master’s Program and demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.

This position starts in Fall 2026 with application reviews beginning in Spring 2026. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Amanda McKeith.

Qualifications

• Good academic standing in the Master's Program.
• Enrollment in at least two courses toward the degree.
• Satisfactory progress towards the degree.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and manage the classroom.
• Maintain office hours and provide instruction.
• Administer examinations and assess student performance.

Skills

Ability to relate well with others

Commitment to diversity

Instruction and evaluation skills

Education

Admission to Master’s Program in Animal Sciences

Enrollment in at least 6 units

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education seeks graduate students to apply for Teaching Associate positions. Teaching Associates are responsible for providing classroom instruction. Eligibility is determined by successful TA eligibility, department eligibility, and adequate funding.

Anticipated Appointment Dates

• Fall 2026: August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026;
• Spring 2027: January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Hours / Units per Week

• 1 unit = 2.66 hours per week.
• Typical lab range: 1.3–5.2 units.
• Typical lecture range: 3–6 units.
• Maximum: 7.5 units.

Job Duties

• Instruct and manage the classroom.
• Maintain office hours.
• Provide classroom and/or laboratory instruction.
• Assign work to students.
• Prepare course materials.
• Administer examinations.
• Assess student performance, including determining course grades.
• Assist students outside of class or laboratory hours.
• Attend meetings scheduled by the faculty for briefings, coordination, and discussion of course content and materials.
• Participate in distance learning activities.
• Perform other assignments supportive of university instruction.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Master’s Program in Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education in good academic standing.
• Enrollment in at least 6 units for the semester or two courses toward the degree.
• Demonstrated satisfactory progress toward the degree.
• Ability to relate well with others within the academic environment and the potential to learn how to instruct and evaluate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Expertise in a closely related natural science discipline.
• Evidence or desire for publications in scholarly journals.

Application Procedures

The review of applications will begin in Spring 2026 for a Fall 2026 start date. Full consideration requires submission of all required materials by June 31st; consideration will continue on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

1. Current unofficial transcripts from your undergraduate and graduate education.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé.
3. List of three references.

For application inquiries, please email Dr. Amanda McKeith, Interim Chair, [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California State University, Fresno is a tobacco‑free, smoke‑free, and vapor‑free campus. It is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected status, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.