Sustainability Policy Course Assistant & Grader

University of Virginia; United States; On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia Global Studies program seeks an energetic graduate or fourth‑year UVA student to assist with grading and student advising in this core course for the Global Sustainability major. The course surveys the main currents of U.S.

and international sustainability policy, covering energy and ecosystems, land management, ocean plastics, climate change, and Indigenous rights. Responsibilities include attending class Tue/Thu 14:00–15:15, delivering a guest lecture (optional),

Qualifications

• Student in good standing and a current fourth-year UVA undergraduate or graduate student.
• Federal Work Study approval preferred.
• Interest in collective action to improve ecological, economic, and ethical outcomes.
• Ability to provide thoughtful feedback and grade written assignments.
• Commitment to complete job duties on time.

Responsibilities

• Attend class Tue/Thu 14:00–15:15; facilitate small-group discussions and assist the instructor.
• Deliver one guest lecture on a topic of interest to the course (optional).
• Share assignment grading with the instructor; course enrollment is capped at 60 students.
• Provide guidance to students on assignments as needed.

Skills

Feedback and grading

Work-Study eligible

Policy interest

Time management

Academic advising

Education

Fourth-year undergraduate or graduate UVA student

Job description

The University of Virginia Global Studies program seeks an energetic graduate or fourth‑year UVA student to assist with grading and student advising in this core course for the Global Sustainability major. The course surveys the main currents of U.S.

and international sustainability policy, covering energy and ecosystems, land management, ocean plastics, climate change, and Indigenous rights. Responsibilities include attending class Tue/Thu 14:00–15:15, delivering a guest lecture (optional),