Teaching Assistant, Psychology

The position of teaching assistant will be specifically for Psychology classes. The teaching assistant will work with faculty members and students to provide and support teaching and teaching-related activities. This position will improve students’ problem-solving skills and develop their expertise to excel in their future careers. The specific tasks of this position are semester-based and course-based. The details are often discussed and agreed before the semester start.
KEY ACCOUNTIBILITIES
- Prepare and grade assessments
- Reinforce lessons presented by teachers by reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups
- Support in-class activities as part of tutorial/ practical sessions under the supervision of the Course Coordinator and/or class instructor
- Prepare and run training workshops for students as required by the school and program
- Participate in school and program-related activities as required by the school and program

- Master degree in the relevant discipline; having commenced or enrolled to commence in a Doctoral program is preferred
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning
- Demonstrable knowledge of requisite content, psychological research, and writing skills for courses taught within undergraduate Psychology programs
- Ability to explain complex ideas and concepts in a way easy to increase understanding and comprehension
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to listen well, motivate and encourage
- Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position, as per the RMIT Behavioural Capability Framework (Connectedness, Commitment to Excellence – Improve and Simplify; Imagination and Innovation; Impact; Inclusion; Agility)