Teaching Assistant - Dietrich College

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Pyy basis: hourly; benefits: comprehensive medical...
Bachelor's degree in economics or psychology
Social science field background required
Canvas online learning system proficiency
This role involves supporting four undergraduate courses per semester with approximately nine hours of assistance per class

Job Summary

  • This role involves supporting four undergraduate courses per semester with approximately nine hours of assistance per class.
  • The position offers a 12-month staff schedule with the option to convert to a 10-month academic year role.
  • Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, retirement savings, tuition benefits, and a free transit pass.

Matching Summary

This role involves supporting four undergraduate courses per semester with approximately nine hours of assistance per class.

Salary

Pay Basis: Hourly; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition, PTO, transit pass; Bonus/Equity: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Economics or Psychology
  • Social science field background required
  • Canvas online learning system proficiency
  • Grade exams and assignments using rubrics
  • Attend training workshops for TAs

Nice-to-have

  • Experience as a teaching assistant preferred
  • Coursework in judgment and decision making
  • Coding skills in R or Python
  • Undergraduate research experience
  • Adaptability, excellence, and passion

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Psychology, or social science
  • Successful completion of pre-employment background check
  • Availability to start by August 1, 2026

Work Rights

Not specified

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