Graduate Teaching Associate – Mechanical Engineering

The California State University; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Los Angeles is seeking graduate students for Teaching Associate roles in the Mechanical Engineering Department for the 2026-27 academic year. TAs will provide classroom instruction, manage sections, and support faculty with course design and assessments.

Positions are contingent on enrollment and budget, with anticipated Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms. Salary depends on qualifications and experience, with a typical monthly range starting near the minimum rate.

Qualifications

• Must be a degree-seeking graduate student in Mechanical Engineering.
• Currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program.
• Ability to relate well with others and learn to instruct and evaluate students.

Responsibilities

• Attend TA orientation at the beginning of the semester.
• Instruct and manage classroom.
• Create or implement course design and assignment sequence.
• Prepare course materials and classroom activities.
• Administer examinations.
• Assess student performance and assign grades.
• Maintain office hours.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Education

Graduate student in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

California State University, Los Angeles is seeking graduate students for Teaching Associate roles in the Mechanical Engineering Department for the 2026-27 academic year. TAs will provide classroom instruction, manage sections, and support faculty with course design and assessments.

Positions are contingent on enrollment and budget, with anticipated Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms. Salary depends on qualifications and experience, with a typical monthly range starting near the minimum rate.