Teachers College - Jobs - Job Details - TA: Teaching Assistant: Learning Analytics (LRAN) - Prof. Renzhe Yu

Posting Summary:
Dr. Renzhe Yu is looking for a Teaching Assistant for HUDK4051 (Learning Analytics: Process and Theory) in Spring 2025. The TA will work under the supervision of the faculty to support the overall quality and rate of student participation, improve retention, and improve communication by clarifying and/or reinforcing course content, assignments and material through individualized peer tutoring and additional responsibilities defined by the assigned course instructor. This position requires a commitment of a minimum of 15 hours/week.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Dr. Renzhe Yu is looking for a Teaching Assistant for HUDK 4051 (Learning Analytics: Process and Theory) in Spring 2025. The TA will work under the supervision of the faculty to support the overall quality and rate of student participation, improve retention, and improve communication by clarifying and/or reinforcing course content, assignments and material through individualized peer tutoring and additional responsibilities defined by the assigned course instructor. This position requires a commitment of a minimum of 15 hours/week.

Position Duties/Responsibilities

TAs will be responsible for grading assignments, giving 1-2 tutorials, and coordinating class logistics. Programming skills in Python are required, and having previously taken this course is a plus.

Primary responsibilities include lecturing, discussion leading, assignment and paper grading, assignment design, syllabus design, administrative responsibilities and a number of other minor and major related responsibilities; including but not limited to:

- Teach and/or lecture limited class sessions
- Facilitate tutoring and lab sessions
- Hold office hours and/or be available for student questions in some format
- Act as the first point-of-contact in assisting students with questions, clarify course content, review assignments, and provide guidance on study strategies or resources.
- Assist in the preparation and organization of course materials, including syllabi, lecture slides, handouts, and online resources
- Assist in managing online discussion forums as required
- Assist in proctoring exams and implementing exam procedures
- Provide the instructor with feedback on course design, learning objectives, and teaching strategies based on student feedback and instructional best practices
- Manage course communications in Canvas
- Take attendance and monitor class participation
- Assist with grading assignments, exams, and other assessments
- Provide technical and other supportive assistance to teaching staff

This position is eligible for 3 tuition points per semester.

Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be a TC student currently enrolled in a degree program and taking at least 5 credits
- Must be able to abide by Teachers College academic and personnel policies and guidelines, including FERPA, Student Confidentiality Agreement and the Student Privacy Requirements
- Knowledge and understanding of the course content or subject area
- Programming skills in Python

Preferred Qualifications:
- Having previously taken HUDK 4051

Salary Range:

$3,375

Work Modality:

Onsite