Teaching Assistants - AIS or AIS

Department Overview

The American Indian & Indigenous Studies (AIIS) Program is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where the university community can explore and understand the rich cultures, traditions, and values of American Indian and Indigenous peoples. Our mission is to not only educate but also empower students, equipping them with the leadership skills necessary to excel academically and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

We also offer consultation, referral services, and community engagement programs that support student learning and academic success.

August 17, 2026

December 30, 2026

Not Remote

Minimum: 20 Maximum: 20

50% FTE (20 Hours/Week), 2 Weekly Lectures, 3 Weekly Discussion Sections. Approximately 20 hours per week (50% appointment). Teaching Assistants are required to attend all scheduled course lectures, lead three weekly discussion sections, hold regular office hours, and attend instructional meetings. Additional grading and course preparation responsibilities will vary throughout the semester.

Minimum: 50% FTE LS TA Rate

6

• Current UW–Madison graduate student eligible for a Teaching Assistant appointment.
• Demonstrated interest in American Indian & Indigenous Studies, Ethnic Studies, or a closely related field.
• Previous coursework or experience in American Indian & Indigenous Studies or related subject matter is preferred.
• Previous teaching, facilitation, mentoring, or discussion-leading experience is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to facilitate engaging and respectful classroom discussions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and fellow Teaching Assistants.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Ability to evaluate student work fairly and provide constructive feedback.

Teaching Assistants are required to attend all course lectures and independently lead three weekly discussion sections. TAs are responsible for holding regular office hours, grading assignments and assessments for students enrolled in their own discussion sections, maintaining course records as directed by the instructor, and supporting student learning throughout the semester. Additional responsibilities include attending instructional meetings and assisting with other teaching-related duties as assigned by the course instructor.

This position requires the ability to instruct discussion sections, communicate effectively with students and faculty, and use a computer for course preparation, grading, and instructional activities. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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