AVAILABLE: Teaching Assistants for ENGL100 and ENGL215
For information about these courses, see http://www.queensu.ca/artsci_online/courses.
Responsibilities:
The teaching assistant will be expected to grade assignments and be available online to assist students with course work. More specific expectations will be covered at the beginning of the term.
Requirements:
Candidates should have an M.A. and teaching/marking experience at the university level in writing and English literature. Knowledge of basic concepts in grammar is required. Previous experience with online courses, familiarity with an online learning management platform such as onQ, Brightspace/Desire2Learn and videoconferencing software (eg Blackboard Collaborate, Zoom) is also an asset.
The primary purpose of these positions is to support undergraduate teaching in an online course. Candidates must be prepared to work outside of the regular 9-5 work week. Each position is anticipated to be for 79 hours.
Excellent communication skills are essential, as is superior computer proficiency and ability to work closely with undergraduate students. Successful candidates will be expected to have continuous access to high-speed internet in order to provide prompt online advice and electronically monitor the progress of students.
Term Dates:
Summer session: to begin immediately to July 25
Contract Hours and Rate of Pay
*Positions will be offered only if course enrolment allows. The actual number of hours of work will be determined depending on class size. The rate of pay is commensurate with the rates specified in the collective agreements of Teaching Assistants (PSAC).
To Apply:
Apply in writing with a cover letter and resume or CV to Margaret Pappano, Department of English Literature and Creative Writing at gradengl@queensu.ca. Applications for must be received by Wednesday, May 14.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs.
