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TEACHING ASSISTANT POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4H6

POSTING DATE:  November 9, 2012

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  November 19, 2012

POSITIONS: Winter Teaching Assistants (January to April 2013)

CLASS, CLASS NAME, ASSIGNMENT (hours/term):

HAHP 2000: Human Growth and Development (TA 110)
HAHP 3100: Introduction to Research Methods (TA 110)
HPRO 4412: Human Sexuality (TA 110)
KINE 1102: Physical Activity and Health (TA 110)
KINE 1106: Philosophy and Ethics for Kinesiologists (TA 110)
KINE 1108: Psychology and Physical Health (TA 110)
KINE 2465: Introductory Biomechanics (TA 110)
KINE 3200: Sociocultural Issues in Physical Activity (TA 110)
KINE 3482: Care and Prevention of Injuries (TA 110)
KINE 3500: Principles of Measurement and Evaluation (TA 110)
KINE 4600: Practicum in Kinesiology (TA 110)

DEPARTMENT: School of Health and Human Performance

PAY RATE: In accordance with Agreement between Dalhousie University and Canadian Union of Public Employees (www.dal.ca/content/dam/dalhousie/pdf/hr/Academic-Staff-Relations/CUPE_3912_Collective_Agreement.pdf).

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The teaching assistant will be responsible for duties which may include: preparation of teaching material, in-class duties (tutorials, lectures, etc.), marking, invigilation, and office duties.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Enrolment in a graduate program in relevant subject area or a graduate of a Health Promotion, Kinesiology or Leisure program; alternatively, enrollment in a relevant senior level undergraduate program. Applicants must be familiar with the subject matter and have excellent communication skills. Previous instructional and marking experience would be an asset. Applicants must be available during scheduled tutorial or laboratory times throughout the term.

If you are interested in the above positions, please submit a cover letter citing the position of interest and a resume by the application deadline to (only electronic applications will be accepted):

School of Health and Human Performance
Dalhousie University
Phone: 902 494-1204
Fax: 902 494-5120
Email: hahp@dal.ca

All offers of employment are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal peoples, people with a disability, racially visible persons, and women.