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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.
Teaching Assistantship Guidelines
Assignment of Assistantship Duties
Graduate Assistant Performance Review
Compensation Schedule – Schedule A of the Collective Agreement
Available GA(T) teaching workshops and certifications through the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning
TA Orientation
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
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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
Position Filled
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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
Position FIlled
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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
Position Filled
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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
Position Filled
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