AY Teaching Associate; TA; Information Systems and Decision Sciences

26-27 AY Teaching Associate (TA) - Information Systems and Decision Sciences

The Department of Information Systems and Decision Sciences seeks graduate students as Teaching Associate applicants.

Teaching Associates typically are responsible for providing classroom instruction.

Eligibility is determined by successful TA eligibility , department eligibility and adequate funding.

• The department is seeking TA applicants for sections of IS52L Computer Concepts Lab.

The department reserves the right to choose the most qualified candidate for each position and to assign TAs to the courses that are appropriate for the department program and curriculum in any given semester. Due to staff and curriculum changes, courses offered may vary, and no guarantee of employment from semester to semester can be made.

Anticipated Appointment Dates
:

This position is opened until filled. If you have applied and no other positions are available, you will be notified.

• Fall 2026:
  August 19, 2026 – December 22, 2026;
• Spring 2027:
  January 15, 2027 – May 26, 2027

Hours/Units per week
:

Students can work up to 20-hours per week;

• 1-unit is equivalent to 2.66 hours per week (40hrs x 1-unit/15-unit)
• The typical range for labs is between 1.3-wtus - 5.2-wtus (dependent on courses and number of section(s) assigned)
• The typical range for lectures is between 3-6 units (dependent on courses and number of section(s) assigned)
• No more than 7.5-units

Job Duties
may include the following, but will be dependent upon the specific course to which the teaching associate will be assigned, as well as upon the specific needs of the faculty member in charge of the course:

• Instruct and manage the lab component of the course IS52 Computer Concepts
• Exhibit proficiency in the instructional software used in the laboratory
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Access
• Preparing course material as assigned by the IS52 Course Coordinator
• Maintain regular communication with students regarding weekly assignments, homework projects, and exams, and deadlines using Canvas announcements, email, and in-class announcements.
• Assess student performance, including giving course grades
• Assist students outside of class during office hours and by appointment
• Attend TA orientation at the beginning of the semester
• Maintain office hours
• Administering and proctoring exams
• Maintain ongoing communication with the IS52