Graduate Student Instructor

Responsibilities

• Lead two two-hour discussion sections of 25 students each for WGS 240
• Provide academic support through grading and holding weekly office hours
• Attend all scheduled lectures and participate in weekly instructional team meetings
• Develop independent lesson plans for discussion sections as needed
• Respond promptly to course communications and attend mandatory GSI orientation
• For the Graduate Student Mentor (GSM) role: provide academic mentoring, facilitate student support activities, and assist with course logistics and Canvas maintenance

Requirements

• Enrolled in good standing as a graduate student at the University of Michigan
• Minimum registration of 6 credit hours (5 credit hours with faculty advisor approval)
• Available to attend all lectures and teach scheduled in-person section times
• English language proficiency (must pass GSI-OET or have ELI waiver if undergraduate instruction was not in English)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience and pedagogical training
• Interest in Women's and Gender Studies topics
• Experience using Canvas for course management
• Previous experience as a GSI or teaching courses within the WGS department
• Previous leadership experience (specifically for the GSM position)

About the Company

The LSA Department of Women's and Gender Studies at the University of Michigan offers diverse academic opportunities and fosters an inclusive, respectful, and accessible learning environment for all students.