Interdisciplinary Studies - Graduate Teaching Assistant - Winter 2027

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Appointment Type: Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)
Hiring Unit: Interdisciplinary Studies
Course Description: UNIV 101 - Strategies for Academic Success
Mode of delivery: In-Person
Academic Term: Winter 2027

Application Deadline: Friday November 20th at 11:59 pm

The department of Interdisciplinary Studies invites applications for Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) appointments for the Winter 2027 term.

Education Requirements:
PhD student/Doctoral candidate preferred.

Qualifications:
Previous experience as a teaching assistant or instructor is required
Completion of CUT program a strong asset
Possess and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to contribute to and thrive in a collaborative environment and work well as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to summarize articles and data outside of their area of expertise
Fundamental interest in scholarly literature related to student success strategies, retention, student engagement, student development, teaching & learning, and supporting student learning
Ability to understand and empathize with the needs of students who struggle academically and be sensitive to the needs and circumstances of diverse student populations


Compensation: $51.53/ hour, plus 4% vacation pay

These appointments are based out of Ontario and are governed by the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement between the University of Waterloo and CUPE Local 5524, Unit 1.

Additional information about course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate Academic Calendar and Graduate Academic Calendar. When available, course schedule information can be viewed through Quest.

How to Apply 

To be considered for available appointments, you must submit a single application through this posting by the application deadline listed above. Your application must include your current and previous degrees, a description of previous TA, Research Assistant (RA), or other relevant work experience, and your skills and competencies related to TA or RA work.

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The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.  As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

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