College/Department:
College of Arts & Letters
Department of Theatre and Dance
Position:
Graduate Assistant for Department of Theatre and Dance.
Starting Date:
On-going. Positions will be filled as needed each semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Degree-seeking graduate student in the Departments compatible with Theatre and Dance. Graduate Assistants must be currently enrolled in or admitted to a Cal State LA graduate degree program. Applicants should possess strong oral and written communication skills, should have the ability to relate well to others within the academic environment, and demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment.
Exceptions to the minimum eligibility qualifications may be granted at the sole discretion of the University.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated research skills and writing proficiency, as well as an ability to mentor undergraduate students are preferred.
Hiring Criteria:
Students will be selected as Graduate assistants based on the quality of their academic performance, and their demonstrated ability or potential to work effectively and collegially with students, staff and faculty.
Duties:
Under the general supervision of the faculty member, the Graduate Assistant will provide assistance in the instruction of students by conducting small discussion groups related to large lecture course activities; assisting with handling equipment; and clarifying course material or course content for students. The GA will perform clerical or other routine tasks, including grading examinations; recording grades; assisting faculty with research and preparation of course materials; participating in the evaluation of students' work; and other related tasks.
Salary:
Graduate Assistant - Academic Year Range, $2,943 - $3,972 [Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience] (per salary schedule 1/1/2023)
This appointment will be for an average of 4 hours per week.
The University:
California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 23 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of its students, and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We offer nationally recognized programs in science, the arts, business, criminal justice, engineering, nursing, education, ethnic studies, and the humanities. Our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service.
Our 240,000 alumni reflect the City and County’s dynamic mix of populations. The University has one of the most diverse student populations of any college or university in the nation. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual.
Required Documentation:
Standard documentation includes: letter of application, curriculum vitae, verification of enrollment in a program of graduate study related to his assignment, two letters of recommendation (dated within the last two years), and the University’s Application for Academic Employment Form.
Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Application:
Applications are accepted at any time.
Applications should be sent to the Department of Theatre and Dance.
Email applications, required documentation, and/or requests for information to: [email protected].
Note: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Beginning January 1, 2022, campuses may not hire or reappoint an Employee to perform CSU-related work outside of California. Requests for exceptions are very limited based on CSU Policy and must have prior written approval from the University President.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER
Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.