Level: Full Time Contractual Positions

Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses

Duration of the Engagement The Foundation Programme will run from September 2021 – November 2021.

About us

Foundation Programme

Undergraduate students go through a Foundation Programme in their first year. This includes four interdisciplinary and immersive 4-week courses in the Studio format, referred to as Thematic Studios, on Democracy and Justice, Environment and Climate Change, Neighbourhoods and Water. For each of these Studios we seek Teaching Assistants.

Role Summary

The Teaching Assistants for the Foundation Programme will support the teaching-learning activities at the Foundation Programme courses. On most days the learning in the mornings will be via lectures and discussions which will be led by the faculty while the activities in the afternoon will be coordinated by the Teaching Assistants. Teaching Assistants are required to attend the morning sessions as well as coordinate the afternoon sessions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the faculty members in developing / improving the course material, as needed.
• Guide the students during the activities sessions
• Identify the learning gap and facilitate the interactions for a better understanding of the concepts/course requirements
• Assist the faculty members in managing and assessing the evaluation components like assignments/presentations, class participation and projects
• Support the faculty members in handling classroom discipline
• Inform the faculty members about the students’ progress and follow it up in case of any action required
• Keep a record of the attendance during the day
• Any other tasks as assigned by the faculty members

Key Skills

• Proficiency in English and effective communication skills
• Must be learning enthusiasts and student friendly
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Some experience in college-level research, including knowledge of citing, referencing, annotating, etc. is desirable
• Any prior experience/exposure to teaching is desirable

Qualifications

We are seeking Teaching Assistants with any of the following qualifications:

• BA/BCom/BBA
• MA/MCom/MBA
• Bachelors in Architecture/Planning/Geography
• BSc in Biology
• BSc in Physics/Chemistry/Geology

Teaching Assistants will be remunerated commensurate with their qualifications.

How to Apply

The updated CV with full contact details must be received via email to the Office of the Dean of the Undergraduate College at the email id: [email protected] by 15 August 2021. Candidates must mention “Teaching Assistant for Foundation Course” in the subject line of the email. Applications received after 15 August 2021 will also be considered, after the in time applications are reviewed, till all the positions are filled.

Date of Online Interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates only.

Address for Correspondence:

Office of The Dean of the Undergraduate College, Room 232, GICT Building
Ahmedabad University, Navrangpura
Ahmedabad-380009, Gujarat, India
Website: https://ahduni.edu.in/