Teaching Assistant for Games Toys Play 1

Title: Teaching Assistant for Games Toys Play 1

Department:  Games Toys and Play
Hours needed each week:  6-8
Expected Duration of Job: Fall 2026

Pay: $15.00 

Summary Statement: Games Toys Play Teaching Assistant M/W 8:20am-11am. Must have previously completed GTP1 and have sewing and fabrication skills. 

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Serve as a secondary teaching instructor in class, must be available Monday and Wednesday 8am-11:30pm during the semester with 5-10 hours of planning before the start of the semester.
• Work with the faculty with the delivery of the course content and assisting students with assignments as needed.
• Prepare the instructional space for classes on a weekly basis, making sure the necessary course materials and equipment are prepared, the classroom is organized and set-up for instruction.
• Clean up classroom space and materials as needed at end of class.
• Help prepare and manage the course Discord and other course materials.
• Assist students with learning and troubleshooting process and projects, in particular with sewing and fabrication.
• Be a resource for students outside of class (peer to peer tutoring style).

Requirements:

• Uphold a professional and respectful demeanor 
• Attend at least 2 TA workshops throughout the semester
• Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA, and previously taken GTP 1

Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to…

• Collaborate with others on various projects and ideas.
• Work independently as well as part of a team.
• Work under occasional tight time constraints.
• Build confidence in the skills and experiences related to their monitored work environment.
• Create and deliver instructional materials.
• Exhibit professionalism (dependability, meeting and exceeding goals, dedication toward a good job).
• Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence, a positive attitude, and trust.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: 

We can accommodate the needs of the candidate that brings the desired skill base.

Number of Positions:  1

Contact Person Name: Brandon Troelstrup ([email protected]) and Emma Oliver ([email protected])

Please submit a class schedule, resume and letter of interest.