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Teaching Assistant Positions Technology&Innovation Fall 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Montréal
    Remote

Requirements

  • MUST BE A GRADUATE STUDENT AT MCGILL UNIVERSITY IN THE Fall 2024 TERM.
  • Must be a current Masters or PhD student at McGill University in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Computer Engineering
  • Prior demonstrable study in the subject matter of the course
  • Experience using myCourses
  • Excellent overall academic performance
  • Must have good command of the English language and good communication skills
  • Strong teaching skills
  • CCCS 300 Programming Techniques 1
  • Java, Eclipse or intellij; Java libraries like JUnit, Log4j; UML class diagram;
  • CCCS 431 Networking Fundamentals
  • Wireshark, Packet Tracer, Cisco Commands. Knowledge of Networking
  • CCCS 321 Operating Systems Admin
  • Linux; Windows Servers; Scripting Languages; Command Line Interfaces; VMware or VBox;
  • CCCS 453 Security Risk Mgmt&Governance
  • ISO 27001,NIST, GDPR, PIPEDA, PCI DSS, SOC 2

Responsibilities

  • Must assist the course lecture with all aspects of the course which could include, but is not limited to:
  • Attend some classes if needed;
  • Reading required material and any secondary material necessary for preparation of tutorials and class discussions;
  • Consult and communicate with course lecturer;
  • Assist students learning;
  • Effectively communicate with students;
  • Respond to student inquiries by email, myCourses, Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
  • Online course management including leading discussion groups, monitoring the discussion board and responding to questions;
  • Conduct virtual (online) tutorials if needed;
  • Hold virtual office hours;
  • Assist students with course material and assessments or exercises;
  • Assist with grading;
  • Be present during midterms and other exams if needed;
  • Ensure confidentiality regarding course-related matters;
  • Respect and treat all students equally.

FAQs

What position is being offered?**

The position being offered is for Teaching Assistant roles within the Technology and Innovation Academic Domain at McGill University's School of Continuing Studies for the Fall 2024 term. **Question: Who is eligible to apply for this position?** **Answer:** To apply for this position, candidates must be graduate students at McGill University during the Fall 2024 term, specifically enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering. **Question: What are the required qualifications for applicants?** **Answer:** Applicants must have prior demonstrable study in the course subject matter, experience using myCourses, excellent overall academic performance, a good command of the English language, and strong teaching skills. **Question: What courses will the Teaching Assistants assist with?** **Answer:** Teaching Assistants will assist with the following courses: - CCCS 300 - Programming Techniques 1 - CCCS 321 - Operating Systems Admin - CCCS 431 - Networking Fundamentals - CCCS 453 - Security Risk Management & Governance **Question: What are the main responsibilities of the Teaching Assistants?** **Answer:** Responsibilities include attending classes if needed, preparing for tutorials, consulting with course lecturers, assisting students with learning and course materials, grading, conducting virtual office hours, and managing online course discussions. **Question: When is the hiring period for the Teaching Assistant positions?** **Answer:** The hiring period is from August 28 to December 12, 2024, with additional responsibilities extending up to 2 weeks after the end of the term. **Question: How many hours of work are expected per term for the Teaching Assistant positions?** **Answer:** The total hours of work per term vary by position, typically ranging from 45 to 60 hours. **Question: What is the hourly salary for the Teaching Assistant position?** **Answer:** The hourly salary for the Teaching Assistant position is $35.20. **Question: What is the deadline to apply for this position?** **Answer:** The deadline to apply for this position is August 6, 2024. **Question: What should applicants include in their application?** **Answer:** Applicants must include a Curriculum Vitae and the names and contact information of two referees in their application. **Question: Will McGill University accommodate applicants with disabilities?** **Answer:** Yes, McGill University is committed to equity and diversity and encourages individuals with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations during the application process to contact accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca in confidence.

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