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Graduate Teaching Assistantship – Communication and Media Job at Mnsu in Mankato

Mnsu, Mankato, MN, United States, 56006

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Graduate Teaching Assistantship – Communication and Media

To be considered for this position, a complete application will include the following attachments:

  1. A cover letter addressing the position and your qualifications, specifically in response to the following prompts:
    1. How might your academic background inform your teaching of communication?
    2. What might be your top three learning goals for students in the Fundamentals of Communication course?
    3. How would teaching introductory communication courses assist you in accomplishing your professional goals?
  2. A resume/vitae
  3. A link to a recorded video teaching demonstration that accomplishes the following goals:
    1. Identifies a concept related to communication and media;
    2. Explains the importance of this concept to an undergraduate student’s understanding of communication and media;
    3. Demonstrates your ability to convey that concept clearly and succinctly;
    4. Does not exceed 10 minutes.

The materials submitted along with your application for admission to the program will also be considered when determining graduate assistantship appointments.

The Department of Communication and Media is seeking on-campus / in-person Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) for the 2025-26 academic year. GTAs typically teach up to two sections of the basic communication course each semester and fulfill related instructional and departmental obligations (up to 20 hours per week). New GTAs must report for a one-week training/workshop beginning August 11, 2024. Classes begin August 25, 2025.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's Degree
  • Admission to a Communication and Media graduate program.
  • Strong English language speaking and writing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability in academic writing.
  • Ability to work harmoniously with a variety of people representing diverse perspectives.
  • Enrollment in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during the assistantship period.
  • Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
  • Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong interest in teaching communication to a variety of undergraduate student populations.
  • Prior coursework in communication and media.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND: Minimum of $10,000 (US) plus tuition waiver (up to 18 credits per academic year), dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. Tuition waiver does not cover student fees.

CONTACT:

Dr. Justin J. Rudnick, Associate Professor and Graduate Studies Coordinator

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY).

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