Teaching Assistant - Kinesiology and Health Studies Department

University of Central Oklahoma; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of Central Oklahoma is seeking a Teaching Assistant (TA) in the Kinesiology and Health Studies Department. The TA will assist faculty members with classes, research, and may cover classes or proctor exams, requiring enrollment in relevant coursework.

The ideal candidate should be a major in Wellness Management, Exercise Science, or a Master's in Public Health, with a preference for applicants who are graduate students in the Kinesiology department.

For more information, contact [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at least half-time in relevant coursework.
• Graduate students in Kinesiology department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with classes and courses.
• Cover classes or proctor exams as needed.
• Support research and instrument development.

Skills

Knowledge in Exercise Physiology

Tutoring skills

Class preparation assistance

Education

Wellness Management or Exercise Science major

Master’s in Public Health

Job description

Position Overview

Teaching Assistant (TA) position which will assist faculty members with classes and courses in the Kinesiology and Health Studies Department. The TA will also assist with research and instrument development/assessment and may cover classes or proctor exams.

Hours per Week

Up to 20 hours per week, maximum, during fall and spring semesters.

College/Department Overview

The College of Education and Professional Studies currently has 100+ full‑time and over 100 part‑time faculty organized in seven departments. The college offers 23 undergraduate majors and 28 graduate majors. All teacher education programs are CAEP accredited. Other programs are recognized at the state and national levels with accreditations by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Dietetic Association (ADA), the American Speech‑Language Hearing Association (ASHA), the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR), and the Oklahoma Educational Quality and Accountability Commission (OEQA). UCO’s College of Education and Professional Studies has an enrollment of nearly 4,800 students, about one‑quarter of whom are graduate students. The Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies has 23 full‑time faculty in 4 undergraduate and 2 graduate programs – Physical Education, Exercise Fitness Management, Outdoor Community Recreation, Public Health, Athletic Training Education and Wellness Management.

Department Specific Job Functions

Provide assistance in the Exercise Physiology Lab and related class work. Cover classes or proctor exams; lecture in areas where the student is deemed competent; possibly tutor in classes within the student’s discipline; assist faculty with class preparation (library research, internet searches, PowerPoint presentations), record keeping, supervised grading of exams and assignments; assist with group study sessions as needed; and other duties or responsibilities as deemed necessary or required.

Enrollment Requirements

• Fall/Spring Semesters: All student employees must be enrolled at least half‑time (5 credit hours for graduates, 6 for undergraduates). International students must be full‑time (9 credit hours for graduates, 12 for undergraduates).
• Summer Semester: Regular positions require at least 3 credit hours. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes to work during the summer, though FICA taxes apply. FWSP positions require a minimum of 6 credit hours (undergraduate) or 5 (graduate).
• Enrollment Exception: If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum required for employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date and submit it to Human Resources.

Contact [e-mail] for more information.

Qualifications/Experience Required

Wellness Management, Exercise Science, or Master’s in Public Health major.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

Graduate student in the Kinesiology department.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.