MPC Graduate Teaching Assistant Spring 2026
- Ogden, UT
- Permanent
- Full-time
Requisition Number H01782P
Position Category Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week 10 to 15 hours per week
Months per year 4
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate $18.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic FunctionWe are looking to hire a Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) at Weber State University enrolled in the Master of Professional Communication. This is a paid position working an average of 10 to 15 hours per week through the Communication Department's Master of Professional Communication program. You must be an MPC student to apply for this position.The responsibilities of GTAs include assisting in course preparation, co-teaching classes with faculty members, and grading assignments and exams. In addition, GTAs may also lead discussions and lab sessions.For more information, please contact Dr. Michael Ault at michaelault1@weber.edu.To apply, please submit your resume, a writing sample (less than 500 words), and a cover letter (less than 500 words) that includes why you are interested in working as a GTA.Required QualificationsMust have submitted their FAFSA.
Must be a Graduate student in the Masters of Professional Communications Department.
Must be work study eligible.
Preferred QualificationsCompleted MPC 6500 Teaching and Training the Adult Learner, ACUE courses, or other teacher-training courses.
Background Check? NoPosting Detail InformationJob Open Date 08/04/2025
Review Date 08/06/2025
Job Close Date 11/15/2025
Open Until Filled
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Notes to ApplicantIf you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.ADA Essential Job FunctionADA Essential Job FunctionPhysical Activity of this position Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., 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., Required to have close visual acuity to inspect small defects, small parts at distances close to the eye., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).