Required Qualifications:
• As per the Collective Agreement, must be enrolled as a student in the Fall 2022 semester.
• Normally, the completion of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• The ability to communicate computer science and software engineering concepts to students effectively, both in written form and verbally.
• The ability to communicate computer science concepts to students effectively, both in written form and verbally.
• Demonstrated familiarity with git (GitHub, Bit Bucket, etc.) in a team environment.
• The ability to program in the C programming language.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the CIS*3250 (Software Design III) subject area through prior TA assignments, or having recently taken a similar undergraduate or graduate course that covered the following topics: project management tools and practices, teamwork and communications, collaborative software development practices (pair programming, software peer reviews, coding conventions), software design basics (top-down and bottom-up design, software testing basics).
• Given the shift towards online and hybrid course structures, all teaching assistants are required to maintain an internet connection strong enough to perform the duties required of their position during the duration of their contract. Potential TAs should apply with the understanding that a need to adapt to changing teaching situations may be required within the duration of the semester.
• To help us facilitate instructor-TA interactions and pairings, please include your anticipated timezone in your application information.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with the Software Design courses at Guelph, including project management, collaborative software development, and teamwork communication and coordination skills.
• Experience with collaborative project management tools such as Trello, Asana, etc.
• Previous successful experience supporting this or similar course.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the subject area through course development or having taken a similar undergraduate course.
• Experience working in a culturally diverse and inclusive teamwork environment.
• Leadership experience, such as prior teaching, project management, etc.