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Graduate Assistant, Math and Science

Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Math and Science 

Department: THINK TANK, Student Success 

Reports to: Math and Science Specialist 

Hours Per Week: 20, Evenings and Sunday availability is preferred 

Salary: $25,654 @ .50 FTE Academic Year contract 

Benefits: All graduate assistants at The University of Arizona receive in-state tuition waivers and are considered in-state students for tuition purposes. They are provided with health care coverage and are also eligible for a 10% discount off the price of select items purchased at all ASUA Bookstores, subject to Bookstore policies. Benefit coverage does not include miscellaneous university fees and any additional tuition assessed by academic programs and colleges. 

Position Summary: 

This position is part of THINK TANK, the University of Arizona’s centralized academic support unit. THINK TANK offers a wide variety of program models and services that support student learning and academic development as a complement to formal course instruction. Services include both free and fee-based support for University of Arizona students hosted across a variety of campus locations and online. THINK TANK is a unit within the division of Student Success and its services play a vital role in the University’s retention efforts by empowering students to master the skills and practices they need for sustained academic achievement and lifelong learning. 

THINK TANK has two Math and Science Graduate Assistant positions. These GAs work closely with the Tutor Curricular Coordinator to prepare content-specific resources for tutor training and support. They collaboratively coordinate and facilitate Math Exam Prep sessions. These sessions are 2-hours and are practice-based. They are designed to prepare students for upcoming math exams in specific courses. The GAs also work closely with the THINK TANK tutoring coordination team to support various tutoring programs.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide math and science expertise in support of THINK TANK academic programs. 

  • Assist in planning, developing, and implementing math/science components of tutor training within CRLA ITTPC guidelines. 

  • Deliver academic support through workshops, content tutoring, group reviews, and fee-based exam prep sessions (e.g., Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus I and II). 

  • Observe, evaluate, and provide feedback to tutors; serve as site supervisor in the absence of professional staff. 

  • Collaborate and maintain regular communication with the Tutoring Manager, Tutor Curricular Coordinator, tutoring staff, and other THINK TANK personnel. 

  • Support full-time staff with program recordkeeping, data collection, assessment, and related projects. 

  • Assist with program marketing initiatives and outreach as requested. 

  • Attend information and training meetings as scheduled. 

  • Adhere to established work schedules, maintain accurate time records, and comply with departmental and University policies. 

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Tutoring Manager and Tutor Curricular Coordinator. 

Qualifications: 

  • Applicant must be currently admitted or enrolled in a graduate degree program within University of Arizona. Degree areas preferred include: mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering or other STEM field, or education. Other degree areas may be considered as needs warrant. 

  • Enrolled for a minimum of 6 units of graduate credit while fall and spring classes are in session (audit course are not included) and maintain a 3.00 cumulative GPA for all UA Graduate credit courses. 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interest in implementing and facilitating an academic success program. 

  • Commitment to student-centered learning support 

  • Ability to establish a supportive, non-dependent, relationship with students. 

  • The preferred applicant will demonstrate strong mathematical knowledge. 

  • The preferred applicant will have experience in education or educational support and/or supervision. 

How to Apply:

  • Include a cover letter of less than two pages that describes your interest in the position and connects the experience on your resume to the qualifications and duties of the position. 

  • Include a resume showing your educational, employment, and volunteer experience. 

  • Include an unofficial transcript which details coursework (with grades) relevant to the position. 

Direct questions to Larissa Szwez, Tutoring Manager (Interim), lszwez@arizona.edu.