Student Teaching Assistant (TA) - Math/Statistics

Oregon State University; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon seeks a Student Teaching Assistant to support undergraduate courses under faculty supervision. You will help deliver instruction, assist with grading, hold office hours, and promote student learning using classroom technology.

This role offers valuable opportunities to develop leadership, communication and teaching skills while contributing to the university's academic mission; prior tutoring or coursework in the subject is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current student in good academic standing.
• Successful completion of the course or subject area to be supported, or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty and students.
• Commitment to professionalism, inclusivity, and academic integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with instructional activities and course administration.
• Facilitate discussions, review sessions, or laboratory exercises as assigned.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and exams in accordance with faculty guidelines.
• Provide academic assistance to students during office hours or tutoring sessions.
• Monitor course communications and respond to routine student questions.
• Support the use of classroom and learning management technologies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and comply with university policies.
• Serve as a positive role model and resource for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Current student in good academic standing

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Job Description

The Student Teaching Assistant (TA) supports faculty in creating an engaging and effective learning environment for undergraduate students. Working under the supervision of a faculty member, the TA assists with course delivery, facilitates student learning, provides academic support, and helps manage course-related activities.

Responsibilities may include leading discussion or laboratory sessions, assisting with grading and feedback, holding office hours, supporting classroom technology, monitoring course communications, and promoting student success through mentorship and academic guidance. The position offers students an opportunity to develop leadership, communication, teaching, and professional skills while contributing to the academic mission of OSU-Cascades.

• Assist faculty with instructional activities and course administration.
• Facilitate discussions, review sessions, or laboratory exercises as assigned.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and exams in accordance with faculty guidelines.
• Provide academic assistance to students during office hours or tutoring sessions.
• Monitor course communications and respond to routine student questions.
• Support the use of classroom and learning management technologies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and comply with university policies.
• Serve as a positive role model and resource for students.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Equity & Inclusion

Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

Required Qualifications

• Current student in good academic standing.
• Successful completion of the course or subject area to be supported, or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty and students.
• Commitment to professionalism, inclusivity, and academic integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the relevant academic discipline.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other educational technologies.

Working Conditions/Schedule

• Salary Range:
• Anticipated Start Date: 2026-10-22
• Anticipated End Date:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval