University of the Free State: Teaching Assistants 2024
University of the Free State: Teaching Assistants 2024 The University of the Free State (UFS) is seeking motivated and academically strong candidates for various Teaching Assistant positions. These roles present an exceptional opportunity for individuals looking to further their academic and professional careers in the education sector. UFS has a reputation for excellence and offers an inclusive academic environment that supports both staff and students in achieving their full potential.
- Closing Date:Â 29 September 2024
- Location:Â Vacancies are available at the Bloemfontein Campus and at the Qwaqwa Campus
Key Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant
- Assisting Lecturers: Helping with the preparation of course materials, grading, and marking assessments.
- Providing Student Support: Offering one-on-one or group tutoring sessions to students who need academic assistance.
- Facilitating Discussions: Leading tutorials, practicals, and discussions in support of the main lectures, ensuring students have a deeper understanding of the material.
- Administrative Tasks: Assisting with student attendance, records management, and maintaining academic discipline.
- Developing Course Materials: Assisting with developing and updating learning resources.
Requirements:
To apply, you need to meet the following inherent requirements:
- be a final year student of your undergraduate degree OR a postgraduate student in 2025;
- be enrolled as a UFS student and be able to provide proof of registration in 2025;
- have at least 1 year of tutoring, facilitating, or teaching experience as part of a certified programme. Tutoring students in your personal capacity in your free time is unfortunately not seen as certified tutorial experience;
- be proficient in English; and computer literate.
- excellent communication skills; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), navigating the internet and Blackboard for facilitating classes;
- time management skills;
- excellent writing skills in English;
- ability to work independently, as well as in a team;
- ability to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures and backgrounds, perspectives and abilities; and
- experience in conducting online and face-to-face classes.
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How to Apply?
Before you start with the application process, please ensure you have the following documents:
- A detailed CV/resume.
- Copies of your academic record.
- A certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identification document (ID).
- Income tax number (if you do not have one, click here How to register for SARS to register with SARS).
- Supporting documents need to be combined into one PDF doc.
