university-teaching-assistant/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — university teaching assistant

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 25-9044.00 (Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary).

Task statements

• [Core] Lead discussion sections, tutorials, or laboratory sections.
• [Core] Evaluate and grade examinations, assignments, or papers, and record grades.
• [Core] Return assignments to students in accordance with established deadlines.
• [Core] Schedule and maintain regular office hours to meet with students.
• [Core] Inform students of the procedures for completing and submitting class work, such as lab reports.
• [Core] Prepare or proctor examinations.
• [Core] Notify instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
• [Core] Meet with supervisors to discuss students' grades or to complete required grade-related paperwork.
• [Core] Copy and distribute classroom materials.
• [Core] Teach undergraduate-level courses.
• [Core] Develop teaching materials, such as syllabi, visual aids, answer keys, supplementary notes, or course Web sites.
• [Core] Order or obtain materials needed for classes.
• [Core] Tutor or mentor students who need additional instruction.
• [Supplemental] Demonstrate use of laboratory equipment and enforce laboratory rules.
• [Supplemental] Complete laboratory projects prior to assigning them to students so that any needed modifications can be made.
• [Supplemental] Provide assistance to faculty members or staff with laboratory or field research.
• [Supplemental] Provide instructors with assistance in the use of audiovisual equipment.
• [Supplemental] Assist faculty members or staff with student conferences.
• [Supplemental] Attend lectures given by the supervising instructor.
• [Supplemental] Arrange for supervisors to conduct teaching observations and provide feedback about teaching performance.

Detailed work activities

• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Advise others on educational matters.
• Advise students on academic or career matters.
• Assist other educational professionals with projects or research.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Create technology-based learning materials.
• Develop instructional materials.
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
• Distribute instructional or library materials.
• Evaluate performance of educational staff.
• Evaluate student work.
• Evaluate training programs, instructors, or materials.
• Guide class discussions.
• Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
• Prepare tests.
• Schedule instructional activities.
• Supervise laboratory work.
• Supervise school or student activities.
• Teach classes in area of specialization.
• Teach others to use technology or equipment.
• Tutor students who need extra assistance.