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Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) in Nursing are graduate students who assist faculty members with instructional responsibilities in nursing programs. Their duties often include leading discussion groups, helping with laboratory sessions, grading assignments, and sometimes providing direct support to undergraduate students. GTAs gain valuable teaching experience while continuing their own studies and often work closely with professors to facilitate learning in both classroom and clinical settings. This role helps prepare them for future careers in nursing education or advanced clinical practice.

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Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) in Nursing often juggle multiple responsibilities, including assisting with lectures, grading assignments, leading lab or simulation sessions, and providing student support—all while managing their own coursework and research. Time management is a frequent challenge, as GTAs must prioritize teaching duties without compromising their academic progress. Building effective communication skills and seeking mentorship from faculty can help navigate these demands, ensuring both their students' success and their own academic development.

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To excel as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Nursing, you need foundational nursing knowledge, enrollment in a relevant graduate program, and some clinical experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), simulation lab tools, and Microsoft Office is typically required. Strong communication, organizational abilities, and approachability help foster a supportive learning environment for students. These skills and qualifications ensure effective instruction, smooth classroom operations, and enhanced student engagement in nursing education.

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Graduate Assistant - 15 positions available

Huntington, WV • On-site

Marshall University
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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Graduate Assistant - 15 positions available
Description of GA Assignment
GA: Teacher - Adjunct instructor of record and assigned to teach one (half-time appointment) or two (full-time appointment) undergraduate course(s) or lab(s). Responsible for assigning student grades and following all University teaching guidelines.
Job Description Summary
Graduate Teaching Assistants are expected to:
- attend all required training, workshops, and orientations;
- teach in the Writing Center as assigned, performing all duties associated with university teaching, including assisting students, cooperating with the Writing Center director, and abiding by all Writing Center, department, and university policies;
- teach three-hour classes in English Composition as assigned, performing all duties associated with university teaching, including assisting students, cooperating with the basic course director, posting and holding office hours, and abiding by all course, department, and university policies;
- hold class during all scheduled meeting times, with exceptions approved by the composition coordinator;
- meet with supervisors as designated;
- maintain satisfactory progress toward degree and remain in good academic standing;
- take ENG 630: Materials and Methods of Research, ENG 560: Writing Center Theory, and ENG 640: Teaching College English;
- work with a designated teacher-mentor as assigned;
If responsibilities are met satisfactorily, the graduate teaching assistantship may be renewed the following semester, subject to continued fulltime enrollment in the M.A. program, up to 36 semester hours total, and contingent upon available funding. Current semester stipend for a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the English Department is $4,250, with tuition waived (student is responsible for fees and books).
Department
English - MU2646
Location
MU - Marshall University
Semester
Fall Semester
Hours Per Week
Full Time (20 hrs a week)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
Experience Preferred
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
MU3031GA
Open Date
04/22/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Applicants must submit a current resume.
Please upload the Statement of Teaching Interest as "other document" in the Applicant Document portion of the application
Applicants must also submit personal statements (one-two pages) that outlines:
- their interest in teaching at the college level;
- their background in writing, particularly in composition;
- any related courses or workshops that they have taken;
- their plans in regard to the teaching of writing;
- and their own related work and/or volunteer experience, particularly in teaching and/or tutoring.
Letters of recommendation received with the English MA program application will also be considered for the Graduate Teaching Assistantship and do not need to be resubmitted.

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