Student Employee- Dept of Physics- Astronomy TA

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Huntsville, Texas, is looking for a teaching assistant to present physics concepts and monitor students’ progress. Responsibilities include grading assignments, maintaining attendance records, and effective communication with students. This role is crucial for supporting student learning in physics labs.

Responsibilities

• Present introductory physics concepts and lab techniques.
• Monitor student progress and provide assistance.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Collect pre-lab assignments and post-lab reports.
• Respond to student emails promptly.
• Grade assignments and submit grades.

Job description

This position’s duties may include:

• Presenting an introduction to physics concepts and laboratory techniques at the beginning of each lab session.
• Monitoring student progress and providing assistance and encouragement as needed.
• Keeping accurate records of student attendance.
• Collecting pre-lab assignments at the start of lab and post-lab reports at the end of the session.
• Responding promptly and effectively to student emails.
• Grading all assignments.
• Submitting grades to instructors in a timely manner.

OR

• Astronomy Grader: Grading assignments as requested by the instructor.