Level: Full-Time Contractual Positions
Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses
Duration of the Engagement: Tentatively from February 19, 2024 to May 10, 2024
Last date to apply: December 31, 2023
About us
Foundation Programme
Undergraduate students go through a Foundation Programme in their first year. This includes four interdisciplinary and immersive 4-week courses in the Studio format, referred to as Thematic Studios, on Democracy and Justice, Environment and Climate Change, Neighbourhoods and Water. For each of these Studios we seek Teaching Assistants.
Role Summary
The Teaching Assistants for the Foundation Programme will support the teaching-learning activities at the Foundation Programme courses. On most days the learning in the mornings will be via lectures and discussions which will be led by the faculty while the activities in the afternoon will be coordinated by the Teaching Assistants. Teaching Assistants are required to attend the morning sessions as well as coordinate the afternoon sessions.
Responsibilities
• Assist the faculty members in developing / improving the course material, as needed.
• Guide the students during the activities sessions
• Identify the learning gap and facilitate the interactions for a better understanding of the concepts/course requirements
• Assist the faculty members in managing and assessing the evaluation components like assignments/presentations, class participation and projects
• Support the faculty members in handling classroom discipline
• Inform the faculty members about the students’ progress and follow it up in case of any action required
• Keep a record of the attendance during the day
• Any other tasks as assigned by the faculty members
Key Skills
• Proficiency in English and effective communication skills
• Must be learning enthusiasts and student friendly
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Some experience in college-level research, including knowledge of citing, referencing, annotating, etc. is desirable
• Any prior experience/exposure to teaching is desirable
Qualifications
We are seeking Teaching Assistants with any of the following qualifications:
• BA/BCom/BBA
• MA/MCom/MBA
• Bachelors/Masters in Architecture/Planning/Geography
• BSc/MSc
Teaching Assistants will be remunerated commensurate with their qualifications.
How to Apply
The updated CV with full contact details must be received via email to the Office of the Dean of the Undergraduate College at the email id:
[email protected]. Candidates must mention “Teaching Assistant for Foundation Course” in the subject line of the email.
Date of Online Interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates only.
Address for Correspondence:
Office of The Dean of the Undergraduate College, Room 232, GICT Building
Ahmedabad University, Navrangpura
Ahmedabad-380009, Gujarat, India
Website: https://ahduni.edu.in
