Teaching Assistant - School of Mission & Theology

Fuller Theological Seminary; Pasadena (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in theological education seeks a Masters Level Teaching Assistant to support faculty in course preparation and student assessment. This role involves assisting with grading, providing feedback, and maintaining effective communication structures for students. The position offers a unique opportunity to engage with academic processes while working within a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have completed relevant coursework and possess strong time management skills. Join a mission-driven institution that values your contributions and fosters professional growth in the field of theology and education.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of relevant courses at Fuller.
• Experience with Canvas LMS is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support course preparation and assist with grading assignments.
• Provide feedback on student work and maintain communication.

Skills

Time Management

Task Management

Feedback Provision

Communication Skills

Education

Masters Level study in Theology

Masters Level study in Intercultural Studies

Masters Level study in Psychology

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

SCHOOL OF MISSION & THEOLOGY

MASTERS LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

DEPARTMENT: TEACHING & LEARNING

REPORTS TO: INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT MANAGER

HOURS: VARY

STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Faculty are responsible for the academic supervision of TAs, including the selection of the TA, assigning tasks, and monitoring their work. The Teaching & Learning Office (T&L) provides support to TAs such as completing TA hiring paperwork, conducting TA orientations, approving time cards, and working with the Human Resource (HR) and Payroll Offices to ensure stipend checks are issued on a timely basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support course preparation through activities, including Canvas shell preparation.
2. Assist with grading student assignments (Faculty are responsible for final grading of student work).
3. Provide written and verbal feedback on student assignments or activities.
4. Attend initial class lecture if requested by Faculty (attendance for personal benefit does not qualify; budget does not permit TAs to attend every class session or class sessions in their entirety).
5. Keep records for the course as requested by the Faculty member.
6. Develop or maintain a communication structure that allows the Faculty and class to interact outside of the classroom (includes Canvas).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Successful completion of the course or related Fuller courses in a previous quarter.
2. Masters Level study in Theology, Intercultural Studies, or Psychology.
3. Experience with Canvas LMS.
4. Excellent time and task management skills.

PAY SCALE:

Wage range the Seminary expects to pay: $17 to $17.25 per hour USD.

RESIDENCY:

1. Must be willing to abide by Fuller Community Standards.
2. US residency required.
3. Fully remote work within the United States is subject to payroll state approval by Fuller Theological Seminary.

Fuller Theological Seminary is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. To the extent required by law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. As a religious institution, Fuller Theological Seminary is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees for certain positions on the basis of religion.