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Adjunct Instructor/Education

Ashland, OR

$650/wk

Graduate-level courses may be paid at a higher rate. A typical 4-credit course is loaded at 4 ELU ... Adjunct Assistant Professor: * Initial appointment at the rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate assistant instructor?

To excel as a Graduate Assistant Instructor, you generally need a solid academic background in your field, enrollment in a graduate program, and strong subject matter expertise. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), grading software, and presentation tools is typically required. Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills help you effectively teach, support students, and balance academic responsibilities. These competencies are vital to foster a productive learning environment and ensure both student and personal academic success.

What is a graduate assistant instructor?

Graduate Assistant Instructors (GAIs) are graduate students employed by a university to assist with teaching responsibilities. Their duties may include leading discussion sections, grading assignments, holding office hours, and sometimes teaching undergraduate courses independently. GAIs gain valuable teaching experience while pursuing their own graduate studies. The position often provides a stipend and may include tuition benefits, making it a popular option for graduate students seeking academic careers.

What is the difference between Graduate Assistant Instructor vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectGraduate Assistant InstructorTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsGraduate degree or enrollment in a graduate programUndergraduate or graduate student status
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, often with teaching responsibilitiesAssist in classroom activities, labs, or grading
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, academic institutionsUniversities, colleges, academic institutions

Both roles involve supporting teaching activities within higher education. A Graduate Assistant Instructor typically holds or is pursuing a graduate degree and may have more responsibilities, including leading classes. A Teaching Assistant is usually a student assisting with instructional tasks. While both roles are common in academic settings, the Graduate Assistant Instructor often has a higher level of responsibility and requires graduate-level credentials.

What are some common challenges graduate assistant instructors face when balancing teaching duties with their own coursework or research?

Graduate Assistant Instructors often juggle multiple responsibilities such as leading classes, grading assignments, and preparing instructional materials, all while keeping up with their own graduate coursework or research. Time management and prioritization are key challenges, as it's essential to meet both teaching and academic deadlines. Clear communication with supervising faculty and effective planning can help maintain a healthy balance and reduce stress. Many universities also offer resources, such as teaching workshops and academic support services, to help graduate assistants manage these demands successfully.
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COH Learning Assistant Level 1 (2026-2027 Pool)

Oregonstate

Corvallis, OR • On-site

$15.55/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Department:College of HealthSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

The College of Health is hiring undergraduate Learning Assistantsto help deliver CORE Transitions, a course designed to engage students with practical skills, tools, and knowledge for success at OSU. We need motivated students to help make this course a success.

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

A Resume

A Cover Letter


For additional information please contact: Sean Newsom at Sean.Newsom@oregonstate.edu


Job Description:

Learning Assistants assist instructors in College of Health courses by facilitating student group work.

  • 85% - Working with students in group learning settings with LA faculty present (i.e., classrooms, help sessions, office hours, online)
  • 15% - Preparing for facilitation by meeting with course faculty, reviewing/completing course materials, training for being an LA (one-time orientation)
All Learning Assistants attend a weekly preparatory meeting with the faculty leader of the course and work respectfully with students in the course to facilitate learning in lecture, recitation, and/or Ecampus settings.Assignments and total working hours are dependent upon alignment with course schedules.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 theOffice of International Services(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Working Conditions/Schedule:Salary Range:Anticipated hourly pay for this position is $15.55.Anticipated Start Date:2026-08-01Anticipated End Date:

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