Building Puentes Teaching Assistant

WSU’s Commitment to Equal OpportunityWeber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).Position InformationPosition Title Building Puentes Teaching Assistant
Requisition Number H01814P
Position Category
Campus Location Weber State University – Ogden, UT
Hours per week varies
Months per year
Alternate work schedule
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate $20
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic FunctionWe are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable individual to assist with grading and student support for a university-level course. Key responsibilities include grading assignments, exams, and other course-related assessments based on provided rubrics and guidelines; responding promptly and professionally to student emails in Spanish; and attending occasional meetings with the instructor to discuss grading criteria, course updates, and student concerns. The role also involves providing constructive feedback to the instructor on recurring issues in student submissions. Ideal candidates will have strong oral and written communication skills in Spanish, familiarity with the course subject matter, and some experience using CanvasKey Responsibilities:

• Grade assignments, exams, and other course-related assessments according to provided rubrics and guidelines.
• Respond promptly and professionally to student emails, providing clear and accurate information or forwarding inquiries to the instructor when necessary.
• Attend biweekly/occasional meetings with the instructor to discuss grading criteria, course updates, and student concerns.
• Provide feedback to the instructor regarding common issues observed in student submissions.

Required Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication abilities in Spanish.
• Familiarity with the course subject matter is preferred.
• Some knowledge of Canvas.
• Familiarity with online courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Background Check? NoPosting Detail InformationJob Open Date 05/12/2025
Review Date 05/14/2025
Job Close Date 05/12/2026
Open Until Filled
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Notes to ApplicantIf you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.ADA Essential Job FunctionADA Essential Job FunctionPhysical Activity of this position Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Not required
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).