Graduate Teaching Assistant- History and Gender Studies

TO APPLY:  

In order to be considered for this position, please submit 1) a letter of application outlining your career goals and the ways in which you meet the position qualifications; 2) a brief resume; 3) unofficial transcripts; 4) contact information for two references to chad.mccutchen@mnsu.edu. 

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 3/24/2026

POSITION START DATE: 8/16/2026

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

• Assist faculty in US, World, or European history courses (both standard and writing intensive), on-campus (attend classes) or online. This may include, but it did not limit to, moderating online discussion boards, generating discussion questions for online or on campus discussions, creating exam questions, grading, doing research for projects and assignments, creating mini-lectures, helping students with projects, maintaining the gradebook, etc.
• Hold 8-10 office hours per week in consultation with the faculty mentor.
• Create out-of-class or online review sessions.
• Develop content to facilitate student learning.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Graduate assistants may be required to perform non-teaching departmental service assignments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS degree in hand by August 2026 and admission to the graduate program in History.
• Demonstration of effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reference letters discussing the potential for success in the History graduate program for first-time applicants or strong TA performance evaluations for returning
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date. 
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated ability for attention to detail, professionalism, and dependability.
• Demonstration of foundational knowledge in US, World, or European history.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. 

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. 

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment. 

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. 

CONTACT 

Chad McCutchen, Graduate Coordinator 

History and Gender Studies 

Minnesota State University, Mankato 

History Office AH 110 

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: 507-389-1619

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: chad.mccutchen@mnsu.edu

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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.