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How much do graduate assistant instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate assistant instructor in Murrieta, CA is $19.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.48 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Graduate Assistant Instructor job openings in Murrieta, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,583 per year, or $20 per hour.

Expeditionary Warfare School Blended Seminar Program (EWSBSP) Instructor (CDET)

Davis Defense Group, Inc.

Oceanside, CA • On-site

$95K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description:

Position Title: Expeditionary Warfare School Blended Seminar Program (EWSBSP) Instructor (CDET)

Requisition#: 289

Work Environment: On Site

Salary Requirement: $95,000 – 105,0000 ***This is an estimated salary range. Compensation will be commensurate with experience***

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Location: Camp Pendleton, CA

Required Clearance: Secret


Davis Defense Group, Inc. has secured a stellar reputation as one of the premier Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) in the aerospace and defense industry, steadfastly supporting the Department of Defense since 2002. A critical combination of vision and dedication to excellence has helped our customers achieve numerous significant milestones on schedule and within budget. Today we employ over 700 personnel around the globe in a mix of analytical, advisory, technical, and support positions. The common thread across our organization is our commitment to our customers and an unwavering dedication to our principle motto: “Mission Focused, Future Ready. Innovating today, Leading tomorrow.”


Functional Description:


Davis Defense Group (DDG) is seeking an EWS Blended Seminar Instructor to support the College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) Program at Camp Pendleton, California. The EWS Blended Seminar Program executes in three parts, with an initial resident seminar period, a non-resident (online) seminar period and a final resident period. The full program is executed twice per Academic Year (AY).


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Complete required Faculty Orientation prior to teaching and periodically afterwards per CDET policy.
  • Conduct Socratic style onsite and online seminars in blended seminar format, using CDET approved curricula (teaching materials, faculty guides and faculty LMS sites) and following the approved schedule of resident and non-resident periods of instruction.
  • Grade students’ papers, essays, planning products and other subjective grading requirements as specified in CDET course close-out policies and timelines using CDET prescribed rubrics.
  • Remediate students by providing extra and personal instruction to students who fail assignments or assessments.
  • Enforce the CDET academic integrity policy and ensure strict enforcement of test security and integrity.
  • Ensure LMS enrollment of eligible students into courses and provide students limited basic LMS support.
  • Participate in no more than ten (10) hours of local faculty development per AY.
  • Complete a faculty end of course (EOC) survey for each course and encourage completion of student EOC surveys via the LMS at the completion of each course.
  • Participate in local faculty development each AY, as determined by the Regional Director.
  • Attend the annual CDET Faculty workshop (normally 5 consecutive days) at Quantico VA in the summer months.

Required Experience:

  • U.S. Marine Corps service as a field grade officer with experience as a commanding, executive, or primary staff officer at the battalion/squadron level or above.
  • A graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School (resident school, distance education or blended seminar programs).
  • Teaching experience, preferably using the Socratic method.

Desired Experience:

  • A graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Command and Staff College (resident school, distance education or blended seminar programs), other Intermediate Level School (ILS), School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW) or Top Level School (TLS).
  • Experience with onsite and both asynchronous and synchronous online teaching techniques and strategies.
  • Experience with Learning Management/Support Systems (LMS/LSS, e.g., Moodle).

Education Requirements:


Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree desired, with emphasis on Military, American, European, or Diplomatic History; or in Strategic Studies, International Relations, or related field.


When we review candidates' information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or a hiring manager may contact you.


Davis Defense Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency in our recruitment and hiring processes. As part of our dedication to these values, DDG does not engage with or entertain the services of third-party recruiting agencies for our staffing needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

At DDG, employment decisions are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, terminations, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are a qualified disabled veteran or individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact our Human Resources department at (540) 548-5950.

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