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Job Title

Graduate Assistant - Teaching COEHD

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

College Of Education And Human Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Graduate Assistant

Job Description

The Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) will support teacher preparation students in their preparation for the state licensing exams in mathematics, science, social studies/history, or English/language arts. This role will involve tutoring, developing study plans, and offering test-taking strategies to enhance student readiness and confidence.

Responsibilities:

Tutoring Support

• Provide individualized and group tutoring sessions focused on mathematics,science, social studies/history, or English/language arts.

• Assist students in understanding key concepts and content relevant to the statelicensing exam..

Study Plan Development

• Collaborate with students to create personalized study plans that align with theirstrengths and areas for improvement.

• Monitor student progress and adjust study plans as needed to maximizeeffectiveness.

Test Preparation Strategies

• Offer guidance on effective test-taking strategies, including time management,question analysis, and stress reduction techniques.

• Facilitate workshops or study groups to reinforce test preparation strategies andfoster collaborative learning.

Resource Development

• Assist in creating and curating study materials, practice tests, and supplementaryresources that align with state licensing exam requirements.

• Stay updated on the latest educational standards and testing formats to providerelevant information to students.

Assessment and Feedback

• Assess students’ understanding of material and provide constructive feedback tohelp them improve.

• Support students in self-assessment techniques to encourage independentlearning.

Communication and Support

• Maintain open communication with students regarding their academic progressand provide encouragement.

• Work closely with Associate Dean to coordinate tutoring sessions and gatherfeedback on student performance.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.

• Must be in good academic standing.

• Be registered full-time for the respective semester: six (6) semester credit hoursduring the fall semester and six (6) semester credit hours during the springsemester.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of mathematics, science, social

• studies/history, or English/language arts.

• Previous tutoring or teaching experience preferred.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Applicant Instructions:

Please make sure to provide the following documents:

Cover Letter

Resume / CV

Reference letter from a past mathematics, science, social studies/history, or English/language arts, or currentgraduate program instructor.

List of relevant coursework or experiences

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​

Summary of Employee Benefits:

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.