Practicum III: Child

for teaching assistants, graduates service assistants & sessional lecturers

teaching assistant work assignment

type of work assignment and bargaining unit:

gta, unit 1

academic unit:

family relations and applied nutrition

semester(s) of assignment(s):

winter 2027

this work assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed job security period:

some

course number:

frhd
* 4350

course name:

course format:

in-person

course description:

see course calendar

other course description or assignment information:

this course offers students an opportunity to extend their knowledge and professional skills in a second/third supervised placement in a health or social service agency. The practicum and class further facilitate the integration and application of theoretical knowledge from previous coursework. The duties and responsibilities of the work assignment are noted below, however, in addition be aware of the following details/tasks: (1) attendance at class time may be required so please ensure through web advisor there is no conflict with your own class schedule.(2)

there may be opportunities to contribute to teaching classes at the discretion of the instructor.

38

level of appointment for gta, gsa-1 uta(s)

the following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

this posting includes multiple work assignments:

no

number of available 0.25 (35 hour) work assignments:

0

number of available 0.5 (70 hour) work assignments:

1

number of available 0.75 (105 hour) work assignments:

0

number of available full 1.0 (140 hour) work assignments:

0

total number (load) of assignment(s) available:

1

duties and responsibilities

anticipated duties and responsibilities:

• orientation-training
• office hours
• preparation
• student consultation
• meetings
• invigilating exams
• grading
• other duties (specify below)

other duties described:

accurate and consistent grading of written work to be completed within 2 weeks, with constructive feedback as needed.prompt and professional communication with instructor and students.respond to student queries as required.monitor online discussion board according to schedule determined by course instructor.lead and moderate discussions on course content.completion of making education accessible, accessible service provision and environmental health & safety on-line courses (if not previously completed).invigilation

of final examination in this course.availability throughout the entirety of the work assignment, including the undergraduate final exam period.

qualifications

required qualifications:

applicants must include a cover letter which provides a detailed explanation of how they meet each required and preferred qualification in addition to their resume.

• must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program in family relations and human development or a closely related field.
• interpersonal and/or communication skills.
• substantive knowledge of course content demonstrated by undergraduate or graduate coursework, research area, or other professional development.

preferred qualifications:

• practical or applied experience related to course content.
• strong time management and organizational skills.
• experience grading (including online grading).
• providing timely and accurate evaluation of student assignments aligning with marking rubric/scheme.
• assessing and providing constructive feedback on oral and/or written work.
• online experience (e.g., facilitation of discussions online, course link moderation).
• registered, or have completed the requirements for registration in, the college of early childhood educators.

days required and wages

days and times required:

(1) attendance at class - check web advisor for class time and ensure there is no conflict with your own class schedule. (2) availability throughout the duration of the work assignment as noted below under period of the work assignment. This includes being available for the entirety of the undergraduate final exam period.

period of the work assignment (start date and end date):

january 7, 2027 to may 7, 2027

wage rate (per hour, per semester, per full-load 1.0 work assignment):

other posting information

Final date to receive applications (all postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

friday, november 13, 2026

posting email contact:

hiring contact information:

department of family relations and applied n

at the university of guelph, fostering a…