Teaching Assistant

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU) is a nonprofit, WASC-accredited university located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California. SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers, with a vision to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good. The university prioritizes students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff, and is committed to providing affordable, quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

About the role

The Department of Business seeks a qualified Teaching Assistant (TA) to support business course faculty and report directly to the Department Chair. The TA will provide instructional coordination and course faculty support, including accreditation-related documentation and testing/supporting the MBA+ program. Under faculty and chair supervision, the TA will help keep courses and department operations running smoothly, assist with student support and communications, and contribute to documentation, reporting, and continuous-improvement activities. This is a part-time, non-exempt position based in Fremont, CA, with eligibility for a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Attend and actively support assigned class sessions.
• Schedule and hold two (2) weekly office hours to provide academic support to students.
• Provide in-class instructional and administrative support as directed by the faculty member.
• Assist with grading assignments, quizzes, and tests (excluding midterm and final examinations).
• Conduct research and other course-related projects to support faculty and student learning.
• Proctor examinations in accordance with university guidelines.
• Observe classroom and examination activities to help maintain academic integrity.
• Immediately report any suspected incidents of academic dishonesty to the course instructor.
• Implement preventative measures to discourage inappropriate testing behaviors.
• Support one or more courses, as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervising faculty member.

Note: Teaching Assistants serving as exam proctors are not permitted to confront students during examinations. Any concerns regarding academic misconduct must be reported to the instructor immediately.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a closely related field.
• Current enrollment in a master's degree program at San Francisco Bay University (SFBU).
• Relevant academic background and coursework related to the subject area being supported.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and academic integrity.

Pay

$18–$22 per hour, depending on experience.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Job duties typically performed in an office environment.
• Physical demands may include lifting up to 20 lbs, bending, sitting, and driving.
• Occasionally required to sit or stand for long periods.