J-Term 2027 Computer Science TA/Grader (WS-ST2)

Job Title: CSCI Student Teaching Assistant/Grader (WS-ST2)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt) 

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 Department Name: Mathematics, Statistics and Data Science, and Computer Science  Unit Number (5 digits): 11220 

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Professor of the course 

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): The computer science course may  hire multiple Course Assistants for a variety of jobs depending on the skills of the student  worker. Positions may include, grading, lab assistants, holding office hours, and assisting with  teaching. Once everyone is hired, the group, including the professor, will meet to assign job  duties. 

Transferable Skills: 

Enthusiasm for course content Interest in teaching 

Punctuality Responsibility 

Attention to detail Dependability 

Communication Interpersonal Skills 

Duties and Responsibilities May Include: 

∙ Meet with professor to create plan for collecting and distributing homework ∙ Grade assignments as requested by the professor 

∙ Assist students during help sessions with course material and assignments ∙ Assist students during class meetings with course materials including in-class  assignments and worksheets 

∙ Supporting student team projects 

∙ Weekly meetings with professor 

∙ Other support of student learning 

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

∙ Successful completion of the course you are applying for 

∙ Strength in the course content 

∙ Ability to maintain confidentiality and act professionally 

∙ Knowledge of the hardware and software used in the course 

∙ Ability to attend one of the labs (may not be required for course you are applying for) ∙ Punctuality in providing complete and timely feedback to students and arriving on time  for meetings 

∙ Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and  responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College,  with or without prior notice.