Teaching Assistant ENVR 202-01- Winter

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Hiring Unit: McGill Bieler School of Environment

Course Title: The Evolving Earth

Course Code: ENVR 202 001

Estimated Number of Positions: 2

Total Hours of Work per Term: 150

Hiring Unit: Bieler School of Environment

Course Title and Course Number: ENVR 202 - The Evolving Earth

Estimated Number of Positions: 2

Total Hours of Work per Term: 150 Hours per TA

Course Description:

Formation of the Earth and the evolution of life. How geological and biological change are the consequence of history, chance, and necessity acting over different scales of space and time. General principles governing the formation of modern landscapes and biotas. Effects of human activities on natural systems.

Qualifications and Position Summary:

• Attend lectures.
• Holds TA Office hours for students
• Assist with course development (e.g., quiz questions, assignments, breakout sessions).
• Grade and answer student Q/A for assignments
• Grade exams in consultation with instructors
• Online course management, emails
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings with teaching team
• Fluency in English and French sufficient to grade essays
• Background in biological science (ecology, diversity, evolution) and/or earth science (geology, physical geography)
• Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with the use of a virtual learning platform [e.g., Zoom, WebEx]. Familiarity with MyCourses

Hourly Salary: $38.46

Position Start Date: 2027-01-05

Position End Date: 2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply: 2026-11-02

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