Temp Course Assistant/Grader

Brandeis University • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

Several Course Assistant positions are available. Course Assistant duties may include but are not limited to assisting the professor with: course preparation before and during the semester; Latte maintenance; grading essays exams and homework; syllabus design; writing exam questions. Course Assistants may be required to attend classes on a regular basis. Course Assistants may also be responsible for some instructional duties including the following: lead discussion sessions, science labs, and recitations and/or teach an occasional class. They may also be responsible for some student advising and may be required to hold office hours.

Requirements

• Successfully completed graduate-level coursework in the area assigned
• Achieved high grades in the same class they are assisting in or an equivalent course
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
• Demonstrate a high level of critical thinking and analysis
• Demonstrate attention to detail and strong time-management capabilities

Responsibilities

• Assist the professor with course preparation before and during the semester
• Maintain Latte
• Grade essays, exams, and homework
• Design syllabus
• Write exam questions
• Attend classes on a regular basis
• Lead discussion sessions, science labs, and recitations
• Teach an occasional class
• Provide student advising
• Hold office hours

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree