The teaching assistant for PUBPOL 301 will support the faculty member and students with duties that include leading discussions, managing labs, grading assignments, and holding office hours.Duties include:1) Holding Friday discussion section; attend all class sessions and read all assigned materials inadvance2) Assist with Canvas maintenance and class logistics (as required)3) Help proctoring and grading in-class exams and memo assignments (and offering feedback on drafts)4) Hold weekly office hours to help students with material discussed in class and assignments and attend weekly TA meetings5) Other tasks as assignedPreferences/prerequisites: Must have completed PUBPOL 814 and earned a B+ or higher gradeHours: TA is expected to work approximately 10 hours weekly. TA may be required to work morehours during peak periods including midterm and final exam period.Attendance: TA is expected to attend every lecture and lab
TA must be available to attend class during the class meeting time, which is Tuesday/Thursday, 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM. TA must also be available to run a Friday discussion section.
TAs must have strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.