Mathematics TA
Position Title: Mathematics TA
Semester/Year: Spring 2025
Total Positions Available: 5 (one for each lab, though a student may apply for multiple labs)
Supervisors: Sofia DeCredico, Jennifer Biermann, Erika King
Pay rate: $15.50 per hour
Start Date: January 21, 2025
End Date: May 5, 2025
LABS AVAILABLE
- MATH 100 with Professor Sofia DeCredico, Thursdays, 10:20-11:50am
- MATH 130 with Professor Jennifer Biermann, Tuesdays, 8:40-10:10am
- MATH 130 with Professor Jennifer Biermann, Tuesdays, 10:20-11:50am
- MATH 130 with Professor Sofia DeCredico, Thursdays, 8:40-10:10am
- MATH 131 with Professor Erika L.C. King, Thursdays, 8:40-10:10am
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of the course for which you wish to TA.
- Experience discussing mathematics with peers, even if not in a formal tutorial situation (for example, collaborating on mathematical exercises in a class).
- Availability during the scheduled lab time.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess extremely strong communication skills and be willing to take initiative.
- Ability to admit when you do not know the answer to a question.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Review of applications will begin January 16th and continue until positions are filled. Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter and a resume. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter for which lab they are interested in working and why. Include references that can attest to your knowledge and experience, whether a former instructor for a class for which you were a student, or a lab instructor for a lab for which you were a TA. You may be contacted by the lab instructor for additional information or an interview.