Teaching Fellow for English

Job Details

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Teaching Fellow (TF) works on campus in an academic support role for the University. These roles can range from teaching your own classes, overseeing students, grading academic assignments, scheduling, sending emails, lecturing, etc. The TF works a maximum of 20 hours per week (12m - 1040) throughout their contracted time length.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned. May take the role as a primary or secondary instructor for undergraduate course(s) in an academic year. Courses will be assigned to the TF at the direction of the Dean or Department Chair. Preparing and developing the course material in all classes that the TF is assigned to, as either a primary or secondary instructor. TF can also use course material given by the guidance of the Dean, Department Chair, or professor. TF will prepare for and lecture in each course they are assigned to. Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School. Attend all Orientations and training sessions per the direction of the department and The Graduate School. Uphold and follow the Community Standards and respected Honor Code (provided by the Office of Community Life), as well as the Graduate Assistantship Handbook. Create and edit any and all PowerPoint, Excel, or Word documents. Track Attendance using Top-Hat and post in Canvas. Administer/proctor exams: monitor students during exams to avoid talking, laptop browsing, and cheating; answer questions and manage Top-Hat or Canvas technologies. Grade subjective and objective quizzes/tests/exams and written assignments within university specified timeframes. Communicate through email and Canvas with students regarding absences/attendance issues/meetings/any course related questions responding within university specified timeframes. Manage excused absences, doctors’ notes, student athletes. At the direction of the Office of Disability Accommodation Support, provide any academic accommodation to students by managing tests and assignments for these students with the Testing Center or making modifications to third party tests/Canvas to meet these requirements. Maintain regular business office hours to provide availability and interaction with students either in person or over MS Teams as directed by their supervisor/chair/dean. Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities. Strictly adhere to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graduate Assistant Supervisors are responsible for abiding by the Graduate Assistantship Handbook and overseeing the Teaching Fellow for their respective departments. This should be in line with the tasks and responsibilities that will be assigned to their Teaching Fellow. They are to monitor and assess the Teaching Fellows’ academic, professional, social, and spiritual growth. In addition, they will also complete Graduate Assistants evaluations for every new hire at the end of their first semester and for returners, at the end of the year.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in English, Literature, or Composition from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Minimum Qualifications: Must be accepted into or currently enrolled in the MFA in Creative Writing or the English doctorate program by the start date.
• Preferred Qualifications: Must be enrolled in a doctorate program and have previous teaching experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to attain an understanding of all technical systems that support the role of being a TF.
• Must live in the local area in order to report to work on campus.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer and scheduling skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Required to travel to local and campus locations.
• May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well-lit and the noise level is moderate. Working environment also includes facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.

Driving Requirements

Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.