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Teaching Assistant/ Marker/ Demonstrator Posting

Dalhousie University
Department:               Department of Spanish & Latin American Studies

                                    6135 University Avenue                                                                                                                       Dalhousie University                                                                                                                            Halifax, NS B3H 4R2

Posting Date:                         May 6, 2021

Application Deadline:            May 11, 2021

Position:                                 Marker, First Year Spanish Classes (SPAN 1021/SPAN 1022)

Term/Dates:                            May 10 – June 24, 2021

Pay Rate:                                In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement

Work Assignment:
Marker will assist instructor in grading tests and assignments, and may assist with occasional online language demonstrations/activities. Multiple positions available with varying working hours.

Requirements:
This position requires native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English. Good interpersonal skills required to work with groups of students or for one-on-one interaction. Markers should have proficient Spanish language writing skills, basic knowledge of grammar and writing style, and an ability to work to deadlines. Prior marking experience is preferred but not required.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing by the application deadline to dalspan@dal.ca

Applications must include a cover letter and resume.

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity