The Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) plays an important role in supporting the instructional mission of the department while advancing their own academic and professional development. Working under the guidance of faculty, the GTA assists with course delivery and student engagement activities that may include leading discussion or laboratory sections, facilitating review sessions, grading assignments and examinations, maintaining course records, and providing academic support to students during office hours. This position offers graduate students the opportunity to strengthen their teaching, communication, leadership, and organizational skills while gaining valuable experience in higher education instruction. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, subject matter expertise within their discipline, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Successful Graduate Teaching Assistants are organized, dependable, and enthusiastic about supporting student learning and academic success. The ideal candidate communicates clearly and professionally with students, faculty, and staff while balancing teaching responsibilities with their own graduate coursework and research commitments. Thriving in this role requires the ability to explain concepts in a way that is approachable and engaging, provide constructive feedback, and adapt to the diverse learning needs of students. Strong time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. A commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment will contribute to both student success and a rewarding teaching experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Awarded a bachelor's degree and pursuing a graduate degree at UAF Enrolled at a minimum of 9 credits per semester GPA of at least 3.0 or higher
Position Details:
This position is a part-time exempt student position. New hires will be placed on the appropriate graduate salary schedule based on the degree program you are enrolled in (Masters or Ph.D). This is a pooled position and will remain open for the Fall 2026 semester. A department will hire on an as needed basis. Submissions of an application does not guarantee a review or job offer.
This position is represented by the Alaska Graduate Workers Association (AGWA/UAW).
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kenna Metivier, Signers' Business Office at kjmetivier@alaska.edu.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu.
The University of Alaska ( is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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