About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY:
Northeastern University's Experiential Digital Global Education (EDGE) team is seeking talented individuals to assist with delivery of groundbreaking programs to university partners. These programs require innovative, motivated individuals who are interested in helping Northeastern students achieve more through online learning. The EDGE Course Delivery Teaching Assistant will provide course support as a main point of contact, assist with communications and engagement. Work with team to monitor learner metrics and provide outreach and resources to struggling learners.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Review, assess, and mentor students on their course assignments
Collaborate with instructor(s) on content updates and suggestions to improve course
Provide instruction to students when necessary
Evaluate the quality of work submitted by students and provide feedback and constructive criticism to help improve the quality of work
Ensure that student work meets established assignment instructions and rubric criteria
Maintain accuracy and consistency in grading and student performance evaluation
Respond to student inquiries and engage with them in the discussion forum
Document course updates and changes during delivery and ensure that evaluations and feedback remain relevant and useful
Support live sessions and hold TA office hours as requested
Attend weekly meetings for grading discussion and EDGE TA team collaboration
Other tasks assigned by instructor(s) or the EDGE program
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in the field of the chosen course
Experience in providing instruction, assessing student work, and providing feedback to students
Strong communication skills to effectively engage with students and collaborate with instructors
Ideally, the individual should have experience with online course delivery and have the ability to document course updates and changes in a timely and effective manner.
Along with completing the necessary application steps in Workday, we kindly request that you also take the time to fill out this survey (see link below). Your input will provide us with more information about your background and experiences, which will help streamline the TA selection process.
Link to the survey: EDGE TA Application (SU25) (google.com)
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Rate:
$20.00/hr
Education