Graduate Teaching Assistant - Communication Media

Mnsu; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnesota State University, Mankato seeks on-campus Graduate Teaching Assistants for the 2027-28 academic year in the Department of Communication and Media. GTAs typically teach up to two sections of the basic communication course each semester and undertake related instructional duties (up to 20 hours weekly).

New GTAs report for train­ing Aug 9, 2027; international/non-U.S. GTAs report Aug 2 for required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Admission to a Communication and Media graduate program.
• Strong English-language speaking and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability in academic writing.
• Admitted to Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six graduate credits per semester during assistantship.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to two sections of the basic communication course each semester.
• Fulfill related instructional and departmental obligations (up to 20 hours per week).
• Attend a one-week training/workshop starting August 9, 2027.

Skills

English proficiency

Academic writing

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Admission to Communication and Media graduate program

Enrolled in at least six graduate credits per semester

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Communication Media

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 3/1/2027

POSITION START DATE:8/8/2027

The Department of Communication and Media is seeking on-campus / in-person Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) for the 2027-28 academic year. GTAs typically teach up to two sections of the basic communication course each semester and fulfill related instructional and departmental obligations (up to 20 hours per week). New GTAs must report for a one-week training / workshop beginning August 9, 2027. Classes begin August 23, 2027. International /
non-U.S. based GTAs are required to report to the university on August 2, 2027, in order to complete necessary government and employment paperwork.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Admission to a Communication and Media graduate program
• Strong English-language speaking and writing skills
• Demonstrated ability in academic writing
• Ability to work harmoniously with a variety of people representing diverse perspectives
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate programby start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interest in teaching communication to a variety of undergraduate student populations
• Prior coursework in communication and media
• Prior teaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND:Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends,dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.

RELATED INFORMATION:

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu .

Before being awarded an assistantship, applicants must be admitted to a graduate program in Communication and Media. Information on programs and admission requirements is available at https://grad.mnsu.edu/all-graduate-programs/communication-studies-ma/ . Teaching assistantships are renewable for a second year, contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding.
New first-year GTAs are required to enroll in a training seminar (COMM 603) that runs August 9-13, 2027, and continues meeting weekly during the fall and spring semesters.

CONTACT

Heather McIntosh, Professor and Graduate Studies Coordinator

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