Teaching Assistant

Location: Bengaluru

In RISM we are looking at the role of a Teaching Assistant, as one who provides support to the course instructor to ensure the effective delivery of the required materials. She/He also fosters a positive learning environment for students helping them gain conceptual clarity.

Given the vast array of possible courses requiring Teaching Assistants at RISM, their individual roles will vary considerably. Each assistantship is tailored to the needs of each specific course and determined by the instructor.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide the Course Instructor with the necessary support for the effective delivery of courseware.
Assisting faculty with classroom instruction, records, and assignments
Leading discussion sections
Meeting with students during office hours
Conferencing with students individually or in small groups
Delivering lectures and organising guest lectures with practioners/subject matter experts.
Leading group projects and group discussions
Grading assignments or papers
Managing course communications and courseware
Recording and calculating grades
Providing written and formal feedback on assignments
Managing the examination process end to end.
Managing attendance & monitoring class participation
Obtaining and distributing course materials
Ordering course textbooks and monitoring supply
Being timely and managing the classroom reliably
Maintaining a harmonious learning environment
Encouraging curiosity and independent thinking in the classroom
Assisting the Teaching faculty to conduct seminars.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s /Master’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Sciences, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry
Must be fluent in English and display good skills in written English
Prior Teaching or work experience is an advantage.
Computer programming and software skills are essential
Must have excellent organisational skills
Must be competent in teaching young minds and encouraging them to think Independently
Must have the ability to work independently and within a team as well.
Must have analytical and critical thinking and must be inclusive.
Must always maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Must be a continuous learner
Should have good command over the subject matter
Assist the teaching staff with developing courses