TA: Individual Freedom vs Authority (GOVT 105)

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for the course Individual Freedom v. Authority (Fall 2026). The TA will run a weekly one-hour discussion section and be available to talk to students, coordinating with the professor throughout the year.

The position is open only to enrolled AU students, pays $18.40 per hour, and requires familiarity with political philosophy and the GOVT 105 material.

Qualifications

• Having previously taken GOVT 105.
• Good understanding of the main issues of political philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Run a weekly one-hour discussion section and be available to talk to students in one of the eight sections of Individual Freedom v. Authority offered in Fall 2026.
• Meet with the course’s professor to discuss class and coordinate section topics.

Education

GOVT 105 course taken

Job description

American University is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant for the course Individual Freedom v. Authority (Fall 2026). The TA will run a weekly one-hour discussion section and be available to talk to students, coordinating with the professor throughout the year.

The position is open only to enrolled AU students, pays $18.40 per hour, and requires familiarity with political philosophy and the GOVT 105 material.