About this role
Job Title GA Teaching: HIST- Assistant
Agency East Texas A&M University
Department History
Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate
Job Location Commerce, Texas
Job Type Graduate Assistant
Job Description SUMMARY: This Graduate Assistant-Teaching position for the Department of History & Liberal Studies assists the department chairperson, faculty members, or other professional staff members in the college or university by performing teaching or teaching-related duties. Skills and areas of development that will be achieved through the role of this position (customer service, time management, communication, specific field knowledge of History. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources. Salary $4,000 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Meet with supervisors to discuss students' grades and to complete required grade-related paperwork. • Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments. • Order or obtain materials needed for classes. • Prepare and proctor examinations. Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, and papers, and record grades. • Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines. • Schedule and maintain regular office hours to meet with students. Develop teaching materials including syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, and course websites.
• Lead discussion sections, tutorials, and laboratory sections. • Teach or assist in undergraduate-level courses. • Copy and distribute classroom materials. • Attend lectures given by the instructor whom they are assisting. • Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Education: Must be an active student at the graduate level at East Texas A&M. • Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Punctual, skills in basic technology (Microsoft Office, Google), and effective communication. • Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Handle confidential matters and employ professional approaches when dealing with students, faculty, and staff. • Licensing/Professional Certifications: None • Physical Requirements: Able to be on their feet for long periods at a time.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE: Be in the process of attaining a master's degree in History. Familiarity with online teaching and coursework.
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: Undergraduate students
WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY? Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:
• Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs. • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. • ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums. • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month. • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP). • Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees. Career Growth & Development:
• Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution. Academic Excellence:
• ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs. • Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options. • First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. • Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online. State-of-the-Art Facilities:
• Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm. Vibrant Campus Life:
• Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community. Prime Location & Growth:
• Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas. Visit us on our social media:
• Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and ETAMU News
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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