Teaching Assistantship for MACS 101

Organization
Media & Cinema Studies
Type
Teaching Assistantship
Percent
25-50%
Description, Responsibilities, and Qualifications

The Department of Media and Cinema Studies is seeking applications for two teaching assistants to staff online sections of MACS 101: Introduction to  Media Studies, an advanced composition course, for Spring 2021. The discussion sections are primarily asynchronous, with the option of holding occasional synchronous sessions. Course syllabus and text are provided.

The appointment for MACS 101: Introduction to Media Studies is on a semester basis at a rate of 25% (one section) or 50% appointment (two sections). The position is renewable, contingent upon the TAs teaching performance, department need, and funding availability.

The teaching assistant for MACS 101 will:

  • be available to meet with course supervisor as needed
  • prepare and teach assigned section(s) per week (all materials are provided)
  • hold office hours for students in their assigned sections
  • grade all essays and assignments for their assigned sections
Compensation

The appointment includes a tuition and fee waiver, and a salary that meets university guidelines.

Application Procedure

Applicants should send the following material (electronic submission only) to CL Cole, (clcole@illinois.edu), Department Head, Media & Cinema Studies (please include “Application for MACS (101) TA position” as the subject of the email):

  • cover letter stating interest and qualifications
  • current CV
  • names and contact information for two references
Contact Info
Contact Name
CL Cole
Contact Email
clcole@illinois.edu
Contact Phone
244-1418
Application Deadline
Application review begins immediately and will continue until positions are filled.