Teaching Assistant for “Professional Development for Co-op”
After reviewing the position description, complete and submit your application below. Note:
- TA candidates must have successfully passed EESH 2000, or the equivalent Prof. Development for Co-op course in another college
- You can apply to be a TA with any CSSH co-op coordinator. The time commitment and responsibilities will vary by co-op coordinator and will be solidified before the semester begins
- You must be able to dedicate 2-3 hours per week for the first half of the term and 1-2 hours for the second half of the term
- EESH 2000 TAs are compensated $17/hour and must have a valid I-9 on file with Student Financial Services to receive funds. For instructions on submitting your pre-hire paper-work, please click the following link: New/Incoming | Student Employment (northeastern.edu)
Potential Responsibilities:
Inside the classroom
- Attend each class session of EESH2000
- Track attendance and class participation
- Share examples from your own student experience
- Lead in-class discussion, discussion groups, or activities
- Present material to the class
- Model and enforce professional classroom etiquette
Outside the classroom
- Meet with the instructor before the term to discuss position expectations, plan for the semester, and goals for your development
- Meet weekly with the instructor to become oriented with the coming week’s lesson plan and discuss any course or student issues
- Email students with course updates
- Track grades and inform students of their grades as requested
- Follow up with students regarding missing assignments or attendance
- Catch students up on class material when they’ve been absent
- Provide feedback on resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, or reading assignments
- Meet with assigned students to conduct mock interviews and/or provide mentoring
These duties will be adapted based on the co-op coordinator/instructor of the course and with TA’s achievement of their own goals in mind.