Graduate Student Assistant - School of Business

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

90d

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant (GSA or TA) works on campus in an academic support role for the University. These roles can range from teaching your own classes, overseeing students, grading academic assignments, scheduling, sending emails, lecturing, etc. The Graduate Assistant works a maximum of 20 hours per week throughout their contracted time length.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred for TA.
• Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a doctorate program by the start date for TA.
• Must be accepted into, or currently enrolled in a master's or doctorate program by the start date for GSA.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to attain an understanding of all technical systems that support the role.
• Must live in the local area in order to report to work on campus.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience for both TA and GSA.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned.
• Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
• Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the department and The Graduate School.
• Uphold and follow the Community Standards and respected Honor Code.
• Create and edit any and all PowerPoint, Excel, or Word documents.
• Track Attendance using Top-Hat and post in Canvas.
• Administer/proctor exams: monitor students during exams to avoid talking, laptop browsing, and cheating.
• Grade subjective and objective quizzes/tests/exams and written assignments within university specified timeframes.
• Communicate through email and Canvas with students regarding absences/attendance issues/meetings/any course related questions.
• Manage excused absences, doctors' notes, student athletes.
• Provide any academic accommodations to students as directed by the Office of Disability Accommodation Support.
• Maintain regular business office hours to provide availability and interaction with students.
• Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects.
• Strictly adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.

Benefits

• Part-time position with a maximum of 20 hours per week.
• Opportunity to work in an academic environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree