Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 1,136,520 - 1,618,680; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) to instruct introductory composition courses at Wichita State University. The primary function of this role is to provide direct instruction while having the discretion to make decisions on student matters.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree and be admitted to the English MA or MFA program in full standing. The GTA will be responsible for effectively communicating and imparting knowledge to students, demonstrating strong judgment and independent decision-making.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the English MA or MFA program in full standing.
• Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in composition courses.
• Impart knowledge and training to students.
• Make independent decisions related to student matters.

Skills

Independent decision-making

Effective communication

Use of judgment and discretion

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Department

English

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$1000/credit hour

Work Schedule

Dependent upon class assignment schedule. Office Hours are Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Graduate teaching assistant (GTA) instructs introductory composition courses in ENGL 101, ENGL 102 or ENGL 210 for the English department.

Job Summary

The primary function of a graduate teaching assistant (GTA) is to provide direct instruction. GTAs have the latitude to make independent decisions, use judgment and exercise discretion when dealing with student matters. In either case, the main purpose and responsibility of GTAs is to impart knowledge or training to students at Wichita State University.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Requirements

GTA applicants must be admitted to either the English MA or MFA program in full standing.

Required Experience

To be eligible for an assistantship, students must be admitted to a degree program in either full or conditional standing. Students admitted on probation or placed on academic probation following admission may be eligible for assistantship awards under certain circumstances.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.