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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate teaching associate in Madison, AL is $17.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.80 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate teaching associate?

Graduate Teaching Associates (GTAs) are graduate students, often pursuing a master's or doctoral degree, who assist faculty with teaching responsibilities at colleges or universities. Their duties can include leading discussion sections, grading assignments, holding office hours, and sometimes teaching classes independently. GTAs gain valuable teaching experience while supporting the academic mission of their department. These positions often provide a stipend and tuition assistance as part of a graduate program.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate teaching associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Teaching Associate, you need a solid academic background in your field, strong organizational skills, and experience or coursework in teaching or pedagogy. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard) and classroom technology is often required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to engage and motivate students are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are essential to effectively support faculty, facilitate student learning, and maintain a productive educational environment.

What are the typical responsibilities and expectations for a graduate teaching associate during a semester?

Graduate Teaching Associates (GTAs) often balance teaching duties with their own graduate studies. Typical responsibilities include leading discussion sections or labs, grading assignments and exams, holding office hours, and sometimes delivering lectures under the guidance of a faculty member. GTAs are also expected to communicate regularly with students and faculty, and contribute to curriculum development when appropriate. Clear time management and effective communication skills are essential for success in this collaborative, academically rigorous environment.

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Associate/Full Professor

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Normal, AL • On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Salary: $72,475.00 - $99,644.00 Annually
Location : Normal
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300036
Department: Social Work Graduate
Opening Date: 11/13/2023
Description
Summary:
This is a 9-month, full-time, tenure track faculty position in the Department of Social Work. The selected candidate will be part of a dynamic team of social work educators committed to preparing students to assume leadership roles in the profession. The Department of Social Work is home to a nationally ranked MSW Program and a leading producer of social work professionals in the state of Alabama. With externally funded training programs and a cadre of faculty committed to developing the next generation of social work professionals, administrators and educators, the Department of Social Work offers a fertile environment for transformative education and research.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Teaching face to face and/or online courses within the Graduate Social Work Program;
  • Maintaining/developing externally funded program of research;
  • Research mentoring and advising; and
  • Providing service to the Department, College of Education, Humanities and Behavioral Sciences, to the University and to the profession.

Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
  • Earned PhD in Social Work
  • MSW from a CSWE accredited institution and 2 or more years post-MSW experience
  • Previously earned tenure and promotion to the rank of Associate or Full Professor
  • CSWE accreditation experience

Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrate evidence of scholarly productivity consistent with the rank of Associate or Full Professor
  • Demonstrate evidence of curriculum development
  • Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship of students.
  • Demonstrate an ability to establish, maintain, and secure external funding to support social work education
  • Demonstrate an ability to meaningfully contribute to the advancement of social work education.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at
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Do yoiu have an earned PhD in Social Work?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you have a MSW from a CSWE accredited institution and 2 or more years post-MSW experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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Have you previously earned tenure and promotion to the rank of Associate or Full Professor?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do yoiu have CSWE accreditation experience?
  • Yes
  • No

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