TA for CSE 1001!
CSE is looking for students to be teaching assistants (TAs) for the CSE 1001 first-year experience class during fall 2024. These are paid, part-time positions.
The application deadline is Friday, April 5.
Required qualifications
Applicants must be:
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities students enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in the College of Science and Engineering
- registered for a minimum of six credits (excludes adult special students) and in good academic standing
- committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
- must have a broad knowledge and/or experience with University, college, and peer support services including academic advising, career counseling, student organizations, study abroad, undergraduate research, and more
- must have strong organizational and communication skills (written and spoken), cross-cultural competency, and a desire to engage in work on student development outcomes both for personal growth and supporting the growth of new first-year students
Preferred candidates will:
- be undergraduate CSE students who have successfully completed CSE 1001
- be students with extensive experience engaging in university, college, and peer support services, including academic advising, career services, student organizations, study abroad, undergraduate research, and more.
Job responsibilities:
This position will assist with the course CSE 1001 First Year Experience, which covers resources and strategies for college success including values, time management, student engagement, major exploration, and decision making, appreciation of differences, personal and academic well-being, career and internship preparation, integrity, ethics and professionalism, and more.
Teaching assistants will be scheduled for a minimum of two hours per week—one hour in class and one office hour held jointly with the course instructor. Additional hours will be necessary for assignment grading, one-on-one appointments with students, and other assigned responsibilities. Most TAs reported between two to nine hours on average each week during the fall 2023 semester. Each TA will be assigned to a single 50-minute section during Fall 2024, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Before the start of the semester, TAs are required to attend a training session on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, and must attend their first class meeting during Welcome Week College Day on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Apply now!
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CSE Student Services
612-624-5091
csess@umn.edu
This position will assist with the course CSE 1001 First Year Experience, which covers resources and strategies for college success including values, time management, student engagement, major exploration, and decision making, appreciation of differences, personal and academic well-being, career and internship preparation, integrity, ethics and professionalism, and more.
Teaching assistants will be scheduled for a minimum of two hours per week—one hour in class and one office hour held jointly with the course instructor. Additional hours will be necessary for assignment grading, one-on-one appointments with students, and other assigned responsibilities. Most TAs reported between two to nine hours on average each week during the fall 2023 semester. Each TA will be assigned to a single 50-minute section during Fall 2024, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Before the start of the semester, TAs are required to attend a training session on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, and must attend their first class meeting during Welcome Week College Day on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
TAs will be required to attend regular training sessions and check-ins throughout the fall semester with other TAs. These sessions will prepare them for future class sessions and provide opportunities to offer feedback and ask questions.
Due to the nature of this position and the audience that it serves, CSE students from diverse backgrounds and identities are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to first-generation college students, underrepresented students, international students, and commuter students.
Given the nature of this position and the audience it serves, applications from CSE students from diverse backgrounds and identities are encouraged. This encompasses, but is not limited to, first-generation college students, underrepresented students, international students, and commuter students.
Apply now!
To apply, complete the online application or search for posting 359953 on the Student Job Board. Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter. If you need assistance preparing visit the Career Services website to schedule an appointment with a career counselor. The application deadline is Friday, April 5.
Selected candidates will be invited to interview later this semester.
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CSE Student Services
612-624-5091
csess@umn.edu
