University of Winnipeg is Looking For Marker, THFM-/ENGL-: Play Analysis (Fall ) at Winnipeg, MB Full Time

Note to applicants: Please be sure to review the “Additional Requirements” at the bottom of this posting. Your application must clearly outline how you meet the requirements, and include all requested documents.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Grade student work (assignments, tests, exams, lab results, etc.) using specific guidelines/answer keys provided by the Immediate Supervisor;

Maintain records, assist in the reproduction of tests, organize course materials, etc.

May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes;

May provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters;

Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities;

Perform other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of academic studies and/or relevant experience appropriate to assigned duties.

Normally an undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg who has successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours.

Successful completion of required training.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions, marking guides, policies and procedures.

Ability to meet specified deadlines.

Ability to interact empathetically with students.

Capable of performing the duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada

COURSE EXPERIENCE AND ACADEMIC STANDING ARE CRITERIA; CANDIDATES MUST PROVIDE A TRANSCRIPT OR INDICATE IN THEIR APPLICATION THAT THEY CONSENT TO VERIFICATION USING UW STUDENT RECORDS.

This position primarily involves marking essays and tests and so the successful candidate must have the ability to effectively proof read written work and assess it for content, grammar, spelling and style. A proficiency in written communications demonstrated by high achievement in past Humanities courses such as those in the areas of Dramatic Studies or English Literature is essential.

The preferred candidate will have past experience as a marker for this course or will have completed it within the past three years with a B+ or better.

THIS COURSE IS DELIVERED IN-PERSON (observing all Public Health directives). TA’s may be required to assist instructors in providing course content remotely either together with the instructor or in facilitating online group work and so familiarity with electronic distance communications systems will be an asset.

The estimated hours and/or schedule posted may have to be adjusted to meet the needs of changing Public Health circumstances.

• Your application must include your U of W student number and unofficial WebAdvisor transcript. Please add (copy and paste) your transcript into your resume document.*

Past academic performance may be a significant factor in selection decisions.

Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or [email protected].

The University of Winnipeg has a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all those coming to designated indoor campus spaces to provide proof they are fully vaccinated. The Policy was suspended effective May 2, 2022. However, prospective employees should know that the Policy may be reinstated in the future based on changing public health circumstances.