Required Qualifications:
Graduate students at the University of Guelph, eligible for employment in Unit 1 of Local 3913. Applicants must have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Applicants should be open and accessible to students with a wide variety of abilities and backgrounds, and able to handle lab exercises and nature walks independently. Strong background in biology. Excellent communication skills are essential to convey the excitement of biology to a diverse group of first year science and non-science students with wide-ranging knowledge and expectations of biology. By applying for this TA position, you are agreeing to be available from the start of the contract (Sept. 8, 2020) to complete all assigned duties, available to attend all mandatory meetings, invigilation of IB mid-term and final exams, and be available to the end of the contract (Dec. 24, 2020) to grade final exams/papers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in leading discussions and teaching persons with a variety of interests and background knowledge.