Graduate Assistant - Instructor

Job Details

Job Title: Graduate Assistant - Instructor

Location: Middle GA State University

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 299779

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

The Graduate Assistant Instructor (GA-I) provides support to departments, programs, or faculty through teaching. This role offers teaching experience related to the student’s field of study while contributing to the University’s academic and operational mission.

Responsibilities

Graduate Assistant Instructor (GA-I)

• Works under the supervision and mentorship of the assigned course faculty member to support instructional duties, including grading, proctoring exams, and preparing course materials.
• Leads discussion sections, labs, or tutorials.
• Holds office hours to support undergraduate students.
• Teaches a full course as the Instructor of Record, under mentored faculty supervision.

General Duties

• Assists with projects, programs, or services that support the University’s mission.
• Contributes to the daily operations of the assigned department or unit.
• Completes tasks and assignments as directed by supervisors in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintains effective communication and collaboration with faculty, staff, and students.
• Upholds University policies, confidentiality standards, and professional conduct expectations.
• Engages in opportunities for professional growth that complement graduate study.

Required Qualifications

Required Educational Qualifications

• Must be fully admitted to graduate program at Middle Georgia State University with Regular Admission Status as identified by the Graduate School in the initial acceptance letter.
• For each semester of an assistantship, a student must provide proof of insurance and register for a minimum of six hours of graduate course work leading to a Masters or Doctoral degree.
• A graduate assistant must also maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and may not have received less than a “B” in any previous graduate course prior to an application for an assistantship.
• Note: Graduate Assistant Instructors will need 18 hours of 5000-level credit or above in the area of instruction, and may only teach 1000-2000 level undergraduate courses.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of general professional and academic practices related to graduate-level study.
• Skill in organizing work, managing time, and meeting deadlines.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage time effectively, and complete tasks with professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively with all students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to learn and apply policies, procedures, and technologies relevant to the assigned role.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with office software

Other Information

• Graduate Assistants will not be authorized to have other outside employment beyond their Assistantship.
• Position is an exempt, salaried position.
• Annual Stipend or Food & Housing Waivers (Applicant’s choice).
• Full graduate tuition coverage, excluding fees.