GSI: Environmental Policy & Storytelling (French)

The University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) for FRENCH 243 (Environmental Policy and Storytelling) in Ann Arbor. The role centers on leading discussion sections, grading participation, and guiding assignments while collaborating with the course instructor.

Responsibilities include weekly discussion sections, grading diverse assessments, holding office hours, and coordinating with lectures. The appointment is part-time and taught in English with no prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Graduate student in LSA in good academic standing.
• Availability to teach during discussion sections and lecture times.
• Experience using Canvas for course management and communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative work style.
• Willingness to tailor discussion content to course needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead three discussion sections weekly (Fridays 10am-2pm, in person).
• Grade participation in discussions, ArcGIS storymaps, and Canvas posts.
• Grade mini-assignments: narratological critique, policy review, and a 300-400 word creative piece; oral final project in pairs.
• Prepare to lead sections based on syllabus and prior weeks’ work.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students.
• Serve as first point of contact for course questions; respond via email.
• Attend weekly coordination meetings with the course instructor.
• Attend all lectures (T/Th 11:30-1pm) and take attendance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Graduate student in LSA

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

The University of Michigan is seeking a Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) for FRENCH 243 (Environmental Policy and Storytelling) in Ann Arbor. The role centers on leading discussion sections, grading participation, and guiding assignments while collaborating with the course instructor.

Responsibilities include weekly discussion sections, grading diverse assessments, holding office hours, and coordinating with lectures. The appointment is part-time and taught in English with no prerequisites.