Mathematics Student Grader

University of Portland Portal•Portland, OR

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About The Position

Mathematics student graders support faculty teaching by grading homework papers and recording homework scores. Graders will be assigned to a particular course, working with individual instructors; they will meet regularly with faculty to determine a grading rubric. They will use a solution key to correct assignments and report scores to faculty. Grading will take either online via Moodle or via paper assignments or both. Graders will also keep a confidential record of homework scores throughout the semester. Graders will grade assignments promptly on a schedule determined by the faculty. Weekly hours are not to exceed 45 minutes hour per credit hour for each graded course (i.e., 2 hours for grading for a 3-credit course, 3 hours of grading for a 4-credit course).

Requirements

For courses at the 200 level and above, graders must have previously taken and passed with high marks.
For 100 level courses, graders must have sufficient mathematical background, as determined by faculty, to grade for that course.
Demonstrated punctuality and precision in previous mathematics work.
Faculty endorsement for courses the grader intends to grade. The name of the endorsing faculty member should be included with the application materials.
Availability to work the required hours per week; 2.25 hours for 3 credit courses and 3 hours for 4 credit courses.

Nice To Haves

Demonstration of exceptional dependability, punctuality, and communication skills
Demonstration of exceptional mastery of coursework, including attention to detail
Exceptional clarity of written work
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above.