GA for the College of Information Science and Technology - Graduate Assistantship

About the role

The College of Information Science and Technology is seeking Master’s Graduate Students to support instructional activities for undergraduate courses as a teaching assistant. These positions are ideal for students who are seeking their Master’s degree and interested in enhancing their teaching and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

As a teaching assistant, you will work under the guidance of a course instructor to provide essential support to students, ensuring a productive and engaging learning environment. Responsibilities may include the following:

• Attend all scheduled lectures to stay aligned with course content and teaching objectives.
• Conduct lab sessions, including preparing materials, assisting students, and ensuring a supportive lab environment.
• Grade student assignments, providing constructive feedback and tracking performance as directed by the course instructor.
• Proctor and grade exams held outside of scheduled class hours, ensuring integrity and fair assessment.
• Provide additional support to students as needed, which may include holding office hours or assisting with review sessions.
• Collaborate with the supervising course instructor on course-related tasks and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current full-time enrollment in a relevant Master’s program at UNO.
• Strong understanding of assigned class and excellent academic standing in related coursework.
• Effective communication skills and a supportive attitude toward student learning.
• Able to manage time effectively and meet deadlines for grading and other duties.
• UNO graduate GPA of at least 3.5.
• Completed all foundation requirements for a College of IS&T graduate program.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Physical Demands

Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

Work Environment

Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

Salary

$15,376

Additional Duties

• N/A

Work Schedule

Varies

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

• What is your UNO student ID number?
• Have you been admitted to a UNO graduate program?
  • Yes
  • No
• What graduate program are you admitted to?

Documents Needed To Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts