MA English Teaching Assistant

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University invites applications for a MA English Teaching Assistant (hourly/work-study). TAs will be assigned to ENGL 1010 or 2010 sections, or an introductory 2000-level course, attending each class under instructor supervision and learning pedagogy from mentors.

TAs will prepare, deliver, and reflect on five lessons, assist in grading and student communication, and support instructors beyond the classroom within the semester.

Qualifications

• Be a current student in the Master of Arts in English Program.
• Preference for work-study eligible (FAFSA on file).
• Matriculated MA in English students eligible; TAships capped at 2 semesters.

Responsibilities

• Attend each assigned class and learn pedagogical methods under instructor supervision.
• Assist in classroom tasks: take attendance, distribute materials, circulate and answer questions.
• Respond to student emails, meet with students, provide formative feedback on assignments.
• Grade assignments under instructor supervision.
• Prepare, deliver and reflect on five individual lessons during the semester.

Education

Master of Arts in English Program

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title MA English Teaching Assistant Requisition Number H00934P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 4-8 Months per year 4 Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $18/hour + tuition waiver/scholarship of $1000 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function

TAs will be assigned to specific instructors in either a section of ENGL 1010 or 2010, or an introductory 2000-level course. TAs must attend each class for the section assigned and will learn pedagogical methods and strategies by observing the instructor, and assist in the classroom and beyond under the instructor’s supervision and mentorship. Assistance in the classroom may include taking attendance, distributing class materials, collecting class materials circulating amongst and answering questions from students, etc. Assistance beyond the classroom may include answering student emails, meeting with students, offering formative feedback on assignments, grading assignments under the supervision of the instructor, etc. TAs will prepare, deliver, and reflect upon 5 individual lessons during the course of the semester, again under the instructor’s supervision and mentorship.

Required Qualifications

Be a current student in the Master of Arts in English Program.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to students who are work-study eligible (must have FAFSA on file!). Preference will be given to students with higher availability, making it easier to connect them with mentor instructors and undergraduate course sections. Preference will be given to students who have not received a previous TAship or GIship. Beyond that, all matriculated students in the MA in English program are eligible, and we will strive to hire as many as we can within our budget. TAships will be capped at 2 total semesters (which need not be completed contiguously).

Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/20/2026 Review Date 10/22/2026 Job Close Date 11/05/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/11149

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.