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Utah Valley University
Student - Strategic Management and Operations Teaching Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$39,401 / year median in Utah
+7% projected growth
Job Description
The Teaching Assistant (TA) supports faculty members in delivering high-quality undergraduate and/or graduate business courses. The TA assists with course administration, student support, grading, and other instructional activities. This position provides an opportunity to develop professional, communication, analytical, and leadership skills while contributing to student success. Assist faculty with the administration and delivery of assigned courses. Grade assignments, quizzes, exams, projects, and other coursework using established grading criteria and rubrics. Provide timely and constructive feedback to students. Respond to routine student questions regarding assignments, course requirements, and course materials. Hold office hours, review sessions, tutoring sessions, or other student-support activities as assigned. Assist students with course concepts, software, analytical tools, and other course-related skills. Help prepare instructional materials, assignments, assessments, presentations, and learning activities. Assist with maintaining course materials and grades in the university's learning management system. Track student participation, assignment completion, or other course-related information as requested by the instructor. Assist faculty with classroom activities, group projects, simulations, presentations, and experiential learning activities. Maintain confidentiality of student records, grades, and other protected information. Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, faculty, and staff. Attend meetings or training sessions related to the assigned course or TA responsibilities. Perform other instructional and administrative duties related to the course as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must be a current student at UVU. Must be in a good academic standing, or other eligibility as required by the university. Successful completion of relevant coursework or demonstrated knowledge of the subject area. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and follow faculty instructions. Ability to interact professionally and effectively with students from a variety of backgrounds and levels of academic preparation. Basic proficiency with common productivity software and learning management systems. Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity, confidentiality, and student success. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience as a teaching assistant, tutor, peer mentor, or instructor. Strong academic performance in the course or subject area being supported. Experience with business-related software, data analysis tools, or other technologies relevant to the assigned course. Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and help students develop problem-solving skills. Interest in teaching, mentoring, business, or higher education.