"Department of Geological Sciences Teaching Associate (TA) Pool"

Department of Geological Sciences Teaching Associate (TA) Pool

California State University, San Bernardino

Job no: 546754
Work type: Teaching Associate
Location: Southern California | San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Bargaining Unit | Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Appointment Type | Temporary, Time Basis | Part Time

JOB SUMMARY

CSUSB Geology Teaching Associates (TAs) may be responsible for one or more GEOL 1000L Introductory Geology Laboratory sections, or may support a faculty member in an upper division geology class. TAs teaching GEOL 1000L are solely responsible for their assigned section(s), including being present in person for all class meetings during the semester, being available for meetings with the laboratory coordinator and other teaching assistants, maintaining the shared lab space including cleaning up after assigned lab sections, assessing student work, and meeting with students outside of class during regularly scheduled office hours. TAs supporting an upper division geology class will work with the faculty member teaching the class to determine the TA responsibilities.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

GEOL 1000L TAs work with the laboratory coordinator to teach the labs using the CSUSB Geology GEOL 1000L Laboratory Manual, following the schedule determined by the lab coordinator. GEOL 1000L class meetings are 2 hours and forty-five minutes once a week and include topics such as topographic maps, mineral and rock identification, structural geology, geologic hazards, plate tectonics, and a field trip to the San Andreas Fault. GEOL 1000L TAs are expected to be present in person for all class meetings during the semester, attend meetings with the laboratory coordinator and other teaching assistants, maintain the shared lab space including cleaning up after assigned lab sections, assess student work, and be available to students outside of class during regularly scheduled office hours as well as over email and by appointment. TAs are expected to use Canvas or other learning management software supported by CSUSB.

TAs supporting an upper division geology class will work with the faculty member teaching the class to determine the TA responsibilities which may include supporting in-class activities, field trips, laboratory activities, grading, and other teaching-related tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology or closely related field

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology or closely related field in hand by time of appointment
• Qualified candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and to working effectively with faculty, staff and students across a wide range of disciplines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching, tutoring, or other classroom experience

Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation is valued. Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and leadership experience at program level is preferred and should be noted in application.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Geological Sciences at California State University San Bernardino includes six full-time faculty members with a variety of research interests, and two lecturers with extensive teaching experience. All CSUSB Geology faculty are committed to high quality teaching and to engaging students as active learners. The department offers B.A., B.S., and M.S. degrees, with teaching assistant positions available to some graduate students. Department Website

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:
1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter or email that includes: a brief statement of your teaching interest/philosophy, a listing of any courses previously taught, your availability to teach in-person classes.
3. If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching.
4. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required prior to appointment).
5. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees whom we may contact to obtain letters of recommendation.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.

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SALARY

Salary is commensurate with experience. (Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed)
Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 1 $3,245 - $7,598 Per Month
Teaching Associate - Academic Year (2354) Range 2 $3,826 - $9,576 Per Month
(Additional ranges listed in original posting)