What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring Teaching Assistant (TA) – Intro to Sociology position at St. Olaf College?
St. Olaf College Student Employee Job Description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant (TA) – Intro to Sociology
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
Department Name: Sociology and Anthropology
Unit Number (5 digits): 10000-11350
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Ibtesam Al-Atiyat
Pay Rate (Check One) Standard Hourly Rate X Supervisory/Special Skills Hourly Rate
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
The Sociology and Anthropology Department is hiring a Teaching Assistant (TA) for the Intro to Sociology (Section B) course.
Transferable Skills:
- Written and oral communication
- Leadership
- Organization
- Attention to detail
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Hold weekly office hours (2 hours Max. hour per week) to assist students with readings, assignments, and questions.
- Provide additional support during key assignments (2-3 extra hours during assignment submission weeks).
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
- Junior or senior standing (Required).
- Completion of at least 2 SoAn core courses including SoAn 291, 292, 373, and 371 (Required).
- Strong communication and organizational skills
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.