BA 226Z Teaching Assistant

OSU Oregon State University • Corvallis, OR

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant will support the instructor for the College of Business at Oregon State University by grading student discussion posts and providing timely, constructive feedback. The position involves reviewing posts with established grading criteria and rubrics, monitoring participation, identifying common misunderstandings or students who may need support, and communicating questions or concerns to the instructor. The TA must maintain confidentiality of student information and course records and complete grading by established deadlines.

This is a part-time student position for an online course. Grading is completed through Canvas, and the schedule is approximately 5 hours per week, with a maximum of 24 hours per week. The pay rate is $16.55 per hour. The anticipated start date is October 16, 2026; no end date is provided.

Applicants must submit a resume or vita and a cover letter explaining how their qualifications and experience prepare them for the position. The role is designated critical or security-sensitive and requires a successful criminal history check and position-qualification review. OSU will also review the National Sex Offender Public website before hire. Job offers are contingent on final Human Resources approval.

Requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Must meet academic standing requirements; students on academic suspension are ineligible.
• Must meet the applicable minimum enrollment standard for the student category and, where applicable, international student status.
• Must have completed a business law course.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow grading rubrics and established course guidelines.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined position-qualified.
• Must self-report convictions.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Grade student discussion posts using established rubrics and grading criteria.
• Provide timely, constructive, and professional feedback to students.
• Monitor discussion participation and identify students who may need additional support.
• Communicate student questions, concerns, or recurring areas of confusion to the instructor.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and course records.
• Complete grading responsibilities within established deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed