Important Notifications:

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Department:

OSU-Cascades – Math / Stats

Special Instructions to Applicants:

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A Resume
• A Cover Letter

For additional information please contact: Scott Geddes at scott.geddes@osucascades.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

 

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Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Job Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill 1-5 part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (TA) – Math / Stats for the Math/Stats Department at Oregon State University – Cascades.

 

The Teaching Assistant (TA) supports faculty in creating an engaging and effective learning environment for undergraduate students. Working under the supervision of a faculty member, the TA assists with course delivery, facilitates student learning, provides academic support, and helps manage course-related activities. Responsibilities may include leading discussion or laboratory sessions, assisting with grading and feedback, holding office hours, supporting classroom technology, monitoring course communications, and promoting student success through mentorship and academic guidance. The position offers students an opportunity to develop leadership, communication, teaching, and professional skills while contributing to the academic mission of OSU-Cascades.

Position Duties:

• Assist faculty with instructional activities and course administration.
• Facilitate discussions, review sessions, or laboratory exercises as assigned.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and exams in accordance with faculty guidelines.
• Provide academic assistance to students during office hours or tutoring sessions.
• Monitor course communications and respond to routine student questions.
• Support the use of classroom and learning management technologies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and comply with university policies.
• Serve as a positive role model and resource for students.

Transferable Skill Development

 

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:  

 

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Equity & Inclusion

Qualifications:

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
 

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
  • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
  • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
  • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
  • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
  • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required Qualifications:

• Current student in good academic standing.
• Successful completion of the course or subject area to be supported, or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty and students.
• Commitment to professionalism, inclusivity, and academic integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior tutoring, mentoring, teaching, or leadership experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the relevant academic discipline.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other educational technologies.

Working Conditions/Schedule:

A mixture of classroom or laboratory support concurrent with scheduled class times and flexible out of class student support hours as arranged on a termly basis.

Salary Range:

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-10-20

Anticipated End Date: