Student Teaching Assistant - Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies
$17.30 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay
ASAP – December 14th, 2026
The Teaching Assistant will support the instructor of IKERAS Foundations (IKE 2000) by assisting with the assessment and grading of student assignments and providing timely, constructive feedback. The successful candidate will have a strong familiarity with the course materials and will work closely with the instructor to ensure consistency in grading and support a positive learning environment for students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Read and assess student assignments in accordance with grading criteria and course expectations
- Provide constructive and appropriate feedback to students on written assignments
- Enter grades and relevant assessment information into Moodle and/or a course grade spreadsheet
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of student grades and assessment information
- Communicate with the instructor regarding grading questions, student concerns, and course expectations
- Attend the IKERAS Foundations class regularly or meet with the instructor on a weekly basis, as arranged
- Become familiar with course readings, lectures, assignments, and other relevant course materials
- Complete grading and other assigned tasks in a timely manner
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with student information
- Other duties related to supporting the course, as assigned by the instructor
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a third or fourth-year student
- Strong familiarity with the materials and concepts covered in IKERAS Foundations: The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (RCAP), the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), and the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG)
- Strong academic record and demonstrated ability to understand and engage with course material
- Strong written communication and attention to detail
- Ability to provide thoughtful, respectful, and constructive feedback
- Ability to work independently and meet established deadlines
- Reliability and dependability are essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with the course instructor
- Experience with Moodle and/or online grading systems is an asset
The position is expected to require up to 10 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on assignment deadlines and grading demands. The Teaching Assistant will be expected to either attend the IKERAS Foundations class or meet with the instructor once per week to discuss course activities, grading expectations, and any questions or concerns.
Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.
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