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Graduate Assistant - 9 MONTH at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.





Job Description:

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Type of Position:

Graduate Assistant


Workstudy Position:

No



Job Type:

Regular



Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

Yes



Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

ENGF | First Year Engineering Assistant Director


Department's Website:

https://first-year-engineering.uark.edu



Summary of Job Duties:

CLASSROOM SUPPORT
Teaching assistants will be responsible at least one section (usually two) of an FEP course. With regard to classroom conduct, teaching assistants are expected to:

* Review all materials before class this includes completing student assignments;
* Arrive to class at least 10 minutes before class begins;
* Assist in the setup of any materials needed for the classroom including but not limited to handouts, project equipment, and Response Card (clicker) system;
* Be attentive throughout the class meeting, help the instructor as needed, and enforce the FEP Conduct Policy;
* Turn off and stow all electronic devices other than calculators
* Remain in class until all clean-up is complete, the next teaching assistant arrives, and/or they dismissed by the instructor.

GUEST SPEAKERS
On occasions when guest speakers are present, instructors may not attend the entire class period. Teaching assistants may be additionally responsible for introducing the speaker and conducting the class. As per the FEP Conduct Policy, students should not be admitted 5 minutes after class begins. Teaching Assistants may also remove students or deduct attendance points for students who are disruptive or inattentive.

OFFICE HOURS
Teaching Assistants will be assigned specific office hours within the FEP Center. With respect to office hours, teaching assistants are expected to:

* Arrive on time
* Help students with any questions regarding all FEP courses
* Assist students with check-in and the checkout of project materials as necessary
* Remain in the office for the appointed time, leaving only after the next teaching assistant has arrived or as necessary to make another scheduled event (class or meeting).
Some TA may be assigned to evening office hours. This may include helping students with their math and science courses in addition to FEP coursework

GRADING
Teaching Assistants will be responsible for grading one or more sections of an FEP course. With regards to grading, teaching assistants (unless otherwise instructed) are expected to:

* Grade assignments in accordance with the FEP Assignment Policy;
* Submit grades to Blackboard within one week after the Zero hour, returning graded work when appropriate;
* Answer student queries with regards to grades;
* Help the instructor maintain the Blackboard course page.

MEETINGS AND OTHER DUTIES
Teaching assistants are also responsible for attending meetings and performing other duties as required by FEP which support the courses and students. Including but not limited to FEP Welcome Picnic, Departmental Recruiting Sessions, Honors Research Symposium, Annual FEP Banquet.



Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:


  • Graduate students in the College of Engineering during both the semesters of employment


  • Good judicial standing with the University of Arkansas


Preferred Qualifications:


  • Students who have previous Teaching Assistant experience


  • Students who participated in the First-Year Engineering Program



Salary Information:

$12,390


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Recruitment Contact Information:

Jason Wright, Administrative Analyst, jswrigh@uark.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.



Additional Information:

Graduate students are subject to background checks.

Additional Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Sex Offender Registry



Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.



Constant Physical Activity:

N/A



Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A



Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A



Benefits Eligible:

No
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