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TA399879- Winter 2027-CIS*1500 Introduction to Programming
Teaching Assistant Work Assignment
Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:
UTA, Unit 1
Academic Unit:
School of Computer Science
Semester(s) of Assignment(s):
Winter 2027
Course Number:
CIS*1500
Course Name:
Introduction to Programming
Course Format:
In-Person
Course Description:
See Course Calendar
Other Course Description or Assignment Information:
The total number of assignments is a low estimate of the number of available appointments. The final number may be higher and it will depend on class enrolment at the time of assignment.
450-550
Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)
The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.
This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:
Yes
Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:
0
Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:
0
Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:
0
Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:
- Lead laboratory sessions and help students during sessions;
- Write solutions for assignments in advance of assignment due dates;
- Grade labs, lab exams and assignments;
- Monitor course discussion forum and respond to student questions;
- Monitor the support queue and complete any tasks assigned via that queue;
- Hold regular office hours;
- Assist with exam invigilation;
- Participate in weekly team meetings;
- Able to attend lecture times when necessary;
- May be required to complete departmental TA training. Further information will be provided upon hiring.NOTICE: The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled as a student in Winter 2027 and able to complete in-person responsibilities as needed;
- Must have successfully completed CIS*2500 with a minimum grade of 75%, or have shown an equivalent level of intermediate programming experience. (PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR TRANSCRIPT TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU MEET THIS REQUIREMENT. The department reserves the right to verify grades.);
- Proficiency in use of Linux using command-line tools;
- Must have excellent writing skills and be able to effectively critique (in writing) student assignments;
- The ability to communicate computer science concepts to students effectively, both in written form and verbally;
- Proficient in command-line based C development on Linux (including gcc, gdb, editors).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous successful TA experience supporting CIS*1500, or CIS*1300;
- Familiarity with support queue/ticketing systems;
- Familiarity with learning management systems and online forums;
- Have taken advanced programming courses, including system design and data structures;
- Demonstrated knowledge of CIS*1500 or CIS*1300 subject area through course development or having recently taken a similar undergraduate or graduate course.
Days Required and Wages
Days and Times Required:
Must be available to support multiple lab sections as needed. See WebAdvisor for lab/lecture times. Must be available to complete in-person duties as required until the end of the work period.
Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):
January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027
Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):
UTA $31.26/hr effective 2025/26
Other Posting Information
Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Posting Email Contact:
Hiring Contact Information:
Instructional Support Coordinator - t
📌 Introduction to Programming (Canada)
🏢 University of Guelph
📍 Canada
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