At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in grading, proctoring exams, and providing student support.
- Company: Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate and valuable teaching experience.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for increased workload based on enrolment.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while helping students succeed in their studies.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of taxation and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33 - 53 $ per hour.
Location where work is to be performed: Main Campus
Session: 2027 Winter Semester
Faculty: École de gestion Telfer / Telfer School of Management
Unit: Telfer School of Management_Students and Casuals
Job Classification: Teaching Assistant/Demonstrator/Lab Monitor (CUPE)
Course Title: Fiscalité II
Course Code: ADM4744
Supervisor name (if known): TieMei Li
Date Posted: 2026/10/19
Applications must be received BEFORE: 2026/10/31
Description of tasks:
- Research: 0 hours
- Preparation: 0 hours
- Contact with Students: 30 hours
- Grading: 33 hours
- Proctoring: 7 hours
- Training: 0 hours
- Other: 0 hours
Number of positions: 1
Expected Enrolment: n/a
Work Start Date: January 04, 2027
Work End Date: April 30, 2027
Total Work Hours: 70
Hourly Rate: $33.83 or $53.31 (Sept. 2026 - Aug. 2027)
Undergraduate students will be paid at the lower rate; while graduate students will be paid at the higher rate. These rates do not include vacation pay nor statutory pay.
Method of Delivery: In person
Language of Work: English
Requirements and Nature of Work:
- Correct midterm exams and quizzes.
- Supervise exams.
- Hold office hours.
- Perform administrative tasks.
- Familiarize with all materials on Brightspace, understand course flow, consult the manual and its exercises, and reinforce recommendations from the professor to help students succeed.
- Understand the reasoning behind each answer in the midterm exams.
- Meet individually with students to review their exams and provide tailored support.
- Maintain confidentiality of exam content.
- Explain to each student the mistakes made on the midterm exam and the reasoning leading to correct answers.
- Formulate and communicate recommendations regarding partial credit allocation, in accordance with the professor's guidelines.
- Assist the professor, as needed, with administrative tasks and other course-related duties.
- Meetings with students will take place on campus unless public health restrictions prohibit it.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Solid understanding of taxation.
- Ability to apply grading rubrics and provide clear and structured feedback.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage workload effectively.
- Minimum cumulative average of 7.0.
- Recently completed course ADM 4344, or equivalent, with a minimum grade of A−.
- Experience with online teaching is an asset.
- Experience with videoconferencing platforms, such as Microsoft Teams, is an asset.
Comments:
- Preference will be given to those with the highest grades, those who have previously been teaching assistants or markers for this course, and those enrolled in a Telfer program.
- In cases of equal hiring priority, preference will be given to those who have previously graded for course ADM 4344 or its equivalent.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview with the professor responsible for the course, or with the coordinator.
- The number of hours posted may increase by 10% to 30% depending on enrolment.
- You must have access to a computer, internet, microphone, and webcam.
- Contract hours may be reallocated among different tasks during the semester, as needed by the professor.
- You must be located in the Ottawa region for the entire duration of the course, except during official University holidays.
- This requirement applies until the grading of the final exam and calculation of final grades by the professor.
- The method of teaching or working may change due to health or other reasons.
CUPE -Winter 2027- TA - ADM744 in Ottawa employer: University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that prioritizes diversity and equity. As a part-time professor in the Faculty of Education, you will have the opportunity to engage with motivated students while contributing to innovative research and teaching practices. The university fosters professional growth through collaborative initiatives and provides a supportive atmosphere that values creativity and respect.
