TA400631- Winter 2027-PSYC*2020*02B Clinical Psychology and Mental Health

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment
Posting Details
Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit: 
GTA, Unit 1
Academic Unit: 
Psychology
Semester(s) of Assignment(s): 
Winter 2027
This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period: 
Some
Course Details
Course Number: 
PSYC*2020*02B
Course Name: 
Clinical Psychology and Mental Health
Course Format: 
Blended
Course Description: 
See Course Calendar
Other Course Description or Assignment Information: 
Please note, this course will have 2 different roles with different duties (A and B). This posting is for a role requiring in person attendance at all classes.
Projected Class Enrolment: 
300
Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)
The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.
This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments: 
No
Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments: 
0
Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments: 
1
Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments: 
0
Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments: 
0
Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available: 
1
Duties and Responsibilities
Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities: 
Orientation-Training
Preparation
Student Consultation
Attending Lectures
Email Correspondence/Monitoring
Invigilating Exams
Grading
Other Duties (specify below)
Other Duties Described: 
Accurate and consistent grading of written work to be completed within 2 weeks, with constructive feedback as needed. Prompt and professional communication with instructor and students. Respond to student queries as required. Monitor online discussion board according to schedule determined by course instructor. Invigilating Exams, midterm(s) and/or final, including in person, as required by the course. IMPORTANT: This GTA must attend all in person classes of Section 01 to support the hybrid streaming to Section 02.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: 
Must be currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral degree program in Psychology Interpersonal and/or communication skills. Providing timely and accurate evaluation of student assignments aligning with marking rubric/scheme. Assessing and providing constructive feedback on oral and/or written work. Available for all scheduled classes.
Preferred Qualifications: 
Substantive knowledge of course content demonstrated by undergraduate or graduate coursework, research area, or other professional development. Practical or applied experience related to course content. Strong time management and organizational skills. Experience grading (including online grading). Online communication/facilitation skills; must enjoy facilitation of learning in online setting. Experience with SAS policies and course management systems Demonstrated understanding of issues such as: human rights, equity, anti-oppressive practices, mental health support, etc. Understanding of and appreciation for scientific evidence (e.g., RCT) for guiding practice. Must be available for attendance at all classes. Strong clinical skills.
Days Required and Wages
Days and Times Required: 
See WebAdvisor - IMPORTANT: This GTA must attend all in person classes of Section 01 to support the hybrid streaming to Section 02.
Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date): 
January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027
Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment): 
GTA $49.43/hr; $6,924.98/semester effective 2025/26
Other Posting Information
Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day): 
Monday, November 2, 2026
Posting Email Contact: 
psyccupe@uoguelph.ca
Hiring Contact Information: 
Department of Psychology psycadmin@uoguelph.ca

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Teaching Assistant work assignments are unionized with CUPE 3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 1 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: president@cupe3913.on.ca).

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