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GA(T)s - Graduate Assistantships (Teaching)

Graduate Assistants (Teaching) are appointed to assist the instructor of record in various aspects of teaching an undergraduate course offered through the Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies program. Depending on the course, GA(T) duties may include assisting with lectures, being available for office hours, grading assignments, exam invigilation, providing tutorial direction and assisting in the preparation of demonstration and instructional aids.

GA(T) positions within the BCR CORE program are available for both Fall (September-December) and Winter (January-April) terms for graduate students not holding a major scholarship.  Students may hold one (1) Full GAT appointment per term.

Successful applicants will complete and sign the Assignment of Assistantship Duties form (see GA(T) forms below) with their GA(T) instructor.  The completed form will be submitted to the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Health & Science Education) for approval. A formal Letter of Offer will then be provided to the student for review and signature.  The signed Letter of Offer and Assignment of Assistantship Duties form are then submitted to the Graduate Student’s Association (GSA) and Human Resources (HR).

A review of the GA(T)’s performance will also be conducted prior to the end of the term. Both the GA(T) and instructor will discuss the TAs performance and complete a Graduate Assistant Performance Review form.

All GA(T) holders are encouraged to undertake the various teaching workshops and certifications 

 

Applications for potential GA(T) appointments are accepted on an ongoing basis. Interested students are required to complete an application form, cover letter with a clear statement of interest as well as a current curriculum vitae (CV) to the course instructor for consideration.

GA(T) forms and information


Teaching Assistantship Guidelines

GA(T) Guidelines 

Assignment of Assistantship Duties

GAT Assignment of Assistantship Duties

Graduate Assistant Performance Review

GAT Performance Review

Compensation Schedule – Schedule A of the Collective Agreement

Schedule A GSA Agreement May 2020 to December 2022

Available GA(T) teaching workshops and certifications through the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning

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Winter 2025 (January - April)


Course Code

CORE 207

Course Name

An Introduction to Community Rehabilitation Practice and Professional Conduct
Practical application of the basic principles of assessment, planning and intervention with individuals/groups. Supports professional development tutorials in community practica.

Instructor

Dr. Patti Desjardine

Position

One Half GA(T) Position 

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

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CORE 207


Course Code

CORE 321

Course Name

Communication Skills in Rehabilitation
A skills-based introduction to understanding and developing basic communication skills that facilitate helpful dialogue in interpersonal, counselling, guidance and community rehabilitation related contexts.

Instructor

Dr. Tiffany Boulton

Position

Three-Quarter GA(T) Position

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

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CORE 321


Course Code

CORE 441

Course Name

International Disability Research and Policy
Disability research and policy including human rights policy and law whereby the student learns to understand local, national and global perspectives.

Instructor

Dr. Alan Santinele Martino

Position

Three-Quarter GA(T) Position

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

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CORE 441


Course Code

CORE 473

Course Name

Social Justice and the Labour Force
Exploring the role of work for youth and adult with disabilities.

Instructor

TBA

Position

One Half GA(T) Position

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

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CORE 473


Course Code

CORE 569

Course Name

Mental Health and Disability
Exploration of a variety of approaches to mental health services, including recovery models, institutional history, and MAD studies

Instructor

TBA

Position

Three-Quarter GA(T) Position 

Application Deadline

October 18, 2024

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CORE 569

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BHSc program GA(T) positions

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