Graduate Teaching Assistant - University Career Center

Position OverviewThis position teaches three sections of University (UNIV) 101, KU’s orientation seminar, during the Fall 2024 semester. UNIV 101 is a course that supports students’ transition to college. Successful applicants will receive training on how to meet course learning outcomes from the Office of Academic Programs & Experiential Learning (APEL). Instructors will utilize a pre-built curriculum to support students’ transitions to KU. UNIV instructors teach students about university resources, strategies for academic success, and ways to engage with the KU community. All classes are in-person and include opportunities to explore the Lawrence campus. GTA-taught sections of these two-credit hour seminars enroll 19 or fewer students per section. Successful applicants will attend weekly instructor meetings and complete other related duties as assigned.
This GTA position is for Fall Semester 2024.Job DescriptionThe position prepares for and teaches all aspects of the 2-credit hour UNIV 101 course. This includes preparation, instruction, tracking attendance, and assignment grading and feedback. Sections of UNIV 101 meet twice per week for 50 minutes all semester. GTAs will work 20 hours per week teaching and completing other related duties including office hours, assignment grading and feedback, and class preparation.Required Qualifications

1. Enrolled in a KU Master’s or PhD program
2. Strong written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by application materials and interview.
3. During the term of appointment, the person is in good academic standing and making satisfactory progress toward a graduate degree, as determined by the department in which the GTA is enrolled and by the Dean’s Office of the professional school or the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

1. College teaching experience
2. Experience working with college students
3. Documented participation in experiential learning, such as undergraduate research, service learning, and/or study abroad

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.

Resume or curriculum vitae.

Contact information for three professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application review begins Tuesday, May 28, 2024 and will continue until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.Contact Information to ApplicantsRachel K. Davis
rachelkdavis@ku.edu
785.864.6818Advertised Salary Range$9,797.08Work Schedule20 hours a week. This position is for the Fall 2024 semester.Anticipated Start DateSunday August 18, 2024Apply to Job