Job Title:Computer Science Course Assistant
Classification:Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer:St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057 Department Name:Mathematics Statistics and Data Science and Computer Science Unit Number (5 digits):11220
Length of Position:See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor:Professor of the course
Wage Range: $11.75-12.75
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):The computer science course may hire multiple Course Assistants for a variety of jobs depending on the skills of the student worker. Positions may include grading lab assistants holding office hours and assisting with teaching. Once everyone is hired the group including the professor will meet to assign job duties.
Transferable Skills:
Enthusiasm for course content Interest in teaching
Punctuality Responsibility
Attention to detail Dependability
Communication Interpersonal Skills
Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
Meet with professor to create plan for collecting and distributing homeworkGrade assignments as requested by the professor
Assist students during help sessions with course material and assignmentsAssist students during class meetings with course materials including in-class assignments and worksheets
Supporting student team projects
Weekly meetings with professor
Other support of student learning
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Successful completion of the course you are applying for
Strength in the course content
Ability to maintain confidentiality and act professionally
Knowledge of the hardware and software used in the course
Ability to attend one of the labs (may not be required for course you are applying for)Punctuality in providing complete and timely feedback to students and arriving on time for meetings
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties andresponsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf Collegewith or without prior notice.