Geospatial Teaching Assistant for NUGeoTec
- Ogden, UT
- Permanent
- Full-time
Requisition Number H01039P
Position Category Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 10-20
Months per year 2
Alternate work scheduleHours may vary, depending on student requests.
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate $20.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic FunctionThe 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 QualificationsHas 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@weber.edu 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 QualificationsEarth and Environmental Sciences or Geography, Environment and Sustainability majors preferred. Previous experience in teaching such as tutoring a plus.
Background Check? NoPosting Detail InformationJob Open Date 09/02/2025
Review Date 09/04/2025
Job Close Date 10/02/2025
Open Until Filled
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Notes to ApplicantTo 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 FunctionADA Essential Job FunctionPhysical 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.