Teaching Assistant, Cj/psyc-3470 - Winnipeg, Canada - University of Winnipeg

University of Winnipeg

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Winnipeg, Canada

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Description

This posting will be used to hire 2 positions
Teaching Assistant - Academic Capacity 2

Department:
Criminal Justice

Estimated Range of Hours of Work: 0-60 hours

Appointment Dates:
January 5, May 10, 2024
This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Academic Capacity Unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain regularly scheduled and posted times to provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters;
Assist in the development or update of tests and/or instructional materials.
Deliver portion(s) of a course, or lab sessions, including facilitating discussion of course materials, and present to students in a variety of settings;
Grade student work requiring interpretation of assessment criteria visàvis student understanding;
Meet with students individually or as a group to resolve courserelated problems;
Monitor the condition of the learning environment, ensuring that all relevant protocols, such as health and safety are followed;
Maintain records; may assist in the reproduction of tests; organize course materials; etc.
May provide technical guidance to employees within the Academic Capacity 1 group;
May be assigned duties requiring administrator access to the University's Learning Management system;
Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities;
May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes;
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Normally a graduate, Honours, or an upperlevel undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg.
Completion of academic studies and/or a suitable combination of education and experience related to assigned duties.
Successful completion of required training.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
Ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of students.
Ability to provide effective and constructive feedback.
Ability to exercise judgement.
Ability to meet specified deadlines.
Capable of performing the duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Min 90 credit hours completed with 3.75 GPA.
Must be/have been a Criminal Justice or Psychology Major.
Preference given to applicants who have taken one or both of CJ/PSYC3470 (preferably with Dr. Bertrand) and CJ465
Preference given to applicants who are able to TA for both sections (Tues/Thurs 1:00 2:15 and Tues/Thurs 4:00 5:15).
Must be available to attend some classes (anticipated 3 or 4 throughout the term; will be determined with professor in advance of the course).
Duties may include: proctoring; marking; office hours; demonstrating usage of & monitoring online discussion platform.

Past academic performance may be a significant factor in selection decisions.

Note:
The work described in this posting will be conducted n-person.