Teaching Assistant - C. GowerAt — CSUF - College of Humanities & Social Science

A psychology TA role involves supporting teaching and administrative aspects of a course, including leading discussions, grading, holding office hours, and contributing to course materials. TAs may also assist in research projects, gaining valuable teaching experience and contributing to the academic community.

The TA would lead class discussions, grade assignments, and exams, hold office hours, contribute to course materials, assist in research projects, facilitate collaborative learning, provide feedback on student progress, conduct review sessions, address ethical considerations, and participate in professional development opportunities.

Training:

Hands-on Application: Provide direct, practical experience for the student to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world tasks.
Feedback Sessions: Schedule regular one-on-one sessions to discuss progress, offer constructive feedback, and address challenges.
Cultural Competency Training: Conduct focused workshops to improve the student's cultural competence and address diversity-related issues in psychology practice.
Professional Development Workshops: Facilitate sessions on resume building, networking, and ethical considerations to equip the student for future career development.

Learning Outcomes:

A psychology TA role involves supporting teaching and administrative aspects of a course, including leading discussions, grading, holding office hours, and contributing to course materials. TAs may also assist in research projects, gaining valuable teaching experience and contributing to the academic community.
Learning Outcomes
Applied Knowledge: Apply psychological theories in practical settings, demonstrating the transfer of academic learning to real-world tasks.
Communication Skills: Enhance written and verbal communication, adapting to diverse audiences and effectively conveying complex psychological ideas.
Ethical and Cultural Competence: Develop an understanding of ethical considerations and cultural competence, navigating diverse environments with sensitivity and awareness.
Critical Thinking: Analyze situations, identify problems, and propose effective solutions, showcasing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Professional Development: Gain insights into psychology career paths, build networking skills, and acquire strategies for professional advancement.