The Johns Hopkins University
Teaching Assistant - 118535
The Johns Hopkins University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Requisition ID: 118535. Johns Hopkins SAIS invites applicants for the position of
Teaching Assistant
(TA) for the fall 2025 semester. The Teaching Assistant's goal is to support the success of the class and students by providing students with additional academic support in a professional manner. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant who will assist students in understanding content by using various teaching/tutoring strategies. Work authorization requires that the employee's location must be within the United States. Most positions will be onsite in Washington, D.C. Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Attend classroom sessions and record notes from virtual lectures. Evaluate student performance, including assignments, papers, and exams. Meet with course instructor and assist in determining grading criteria. Track and record individual and overall course grades in multiple formats, including but not limited to entering grade results in spreadsheets or on the online learning management system (Canvas). Provide and record student grades for Early Warning, Midterm Reporting, and Final Grades according to established deadlines. Help maintain course Canvas site, including posting assignments, editing and posting notes and/or PowerPoint slides for student access, and entering grades as assigned. Grade and prepare answer keys for problem sets. Maintain weekly office hours to communicate in-person/virtually with students as needed. Receive and promptly respond to student inquiries regarding grades, assignments, and course material. Plan, schedule, and facilitate weekly TA sessions. Plan, schedule, and facilitate review sessions for exams. Meet regularly with instructor to discuss assignments and classroom issues. Perform other duties as assigned by course instructor. Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations High level of comfort with technology and course format Strong knowledge of content area for specific courses Expertise in one or more of the following content areas: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Comparative Politics, Leadership, Ethics and Decision-Making, World Order and Disorder Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree. Completed Master's degree in related field strongly preferred. Prior teaching experience in the relevant course content area preferred. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalency, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Compliance and Additional Information
The Johns Hopkins University policies apply to this position. This position is hybrid: on-site 3-4 days a week. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Accommodation Information
If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccination Information
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine policy varies by campus; for School of Medicine (SOM) positions, different requirements apply. See the relevant campus policy for details.
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Requisition ID: 118535. Johns Hopkins SAIS invites applicants for the position of
Teaching Assistant
(TA) for the fall 2025 semester. The Teaching Assistant's goal is to support the success of the class and students by providing students with additional academic support in a professional manner. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant who will assist students in understanding content by using various teaching/tutoring strategies. Work authorization requires that the employee's location must be within the United States. Most positions will be onsite in Washington, D.C. Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Attend classroom sessions and record notes from virtual lectures. Evaluate student performance, including assignments, papers, and exams. Meet with course instructor and assist in determining grading criteria. Track and record individual and overall course grades in multiple formats, including but not limited to entering grade results in spreadsheets or on the online learning management system (Canvas). Provide and record student grades for Early Warning, Midterm Reporting, and Final Grades according to established deadlines. Help maintain course Canvas site, including posting assignments, editing and posting notes and/or PowerPoint slides for student access, and entering grades as assigned. Grade and prepare answer keys for problem sets. Maintain weekly office hours to communicate in-person/virtually with students as needed. Receive and promptly respond to student inquiries regarding grades, assignments, and course material. Plan, schedule, and facilitate weekly TA sessions. Plan, schedule, and facilitate review sessions for exams. Meet regularly with instructor to discuss assignments and classroom issues. Perform other duties as assigned by course instructor. Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations High level of comfort with technology and course format Strong knowledge of content area for specific courses Expertise in one or more of the following content areas: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Comparative Politics, Leadership, Ethics and Decision-Making, World Order and Disorder Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree. Completed Master's degree in related field strongly preferred. Prior teaching experience in the relevant course content area preferred. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalency, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Compliance and Additional Information
The Johns Hopkins University policies apply to this position. This position is hybrid: on-site 3-4 days a week. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Accommodation Information
If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccination Information
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine policy varies by campus; for School of Medicine (SOM) positions, different requirements apply. See the relevant campus policy for details.
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