Geospatial Teaching Assistant NUGeoTec

Position: Geospatial Teaching Assistant for NUGeoTec
The Geospatial Teaching Assistant (TA) will serve as instructional apprentice under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member. The specific duties of the TA will depend on the nature of the course/lab to which the TA is assigned and the support needs of the department as a whole. Duties may include assisting with course preparation, instructional support in labs (including guiding students in best practices and safety), leading review sessions and discussions, mentoring independent projects and assisting with grading.

Required Qualifications

Has completed both GEO 1710/3710 and GEO 3840 and GEOG 2400/4400 (or similar courses) with a B or better grade (Contact Ryan Frazier ryanfrazier to inquire which class is currently seeking a TA). Approval of the course instructor is required. Current major in the college of science or college of social behavioral sciences.

This position requires much computer work - thus the ability to type, read and use a computer are necessary. One must be able to be on camera for periods of time to help student inquiry and also be able to communicate with students effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Earth and Environmental Sciences or Geography, Environment and Sustainability majors preferred. Previous experience in teaching such as tutoring a plus.

Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 01/07/2026 Review Date 01/09/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Notes to Applicant

To apply , complete the online application, attach a resume and the contact information for three references.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures;

transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.