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Position Purpose
To assist faculty in the instructional process, reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans and provide routine support. TA's are responsible for assisting in achieving course objectives as directed:
<ul>
<li>Readying classroom/studio space for the work of the semester.</li>
<li>Oversight of student work and instruction assistance.</li>
<li>Providing independent research for lectures outside of class time.</li>
<li>Giving technical demonstrations to students.</li>
<li>Supervision and chaperoning field trips that may be held outside of regularly scheduled class time.</li>
<li>Assisting classroom/studio readiness and clean up at the beginning and end of each class period.</li>
<li>Serve as lab monitor after class hours as needed.</li>
<li>Assisting with end of semester studio/classroom clean up.</li>
<li>Work with staff in the Visual Art Dept. &amp; other academic units to support course operations and development of student work.</li>
<li>Maintain and update course websites as needed.</li>
</ul>
Job Qualifications
<ul>
<li>BA/BS degree in a related field or equivalent&nbsp;combination of education and experience.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Responsible, alert, organized, patient, personable, and punctual.</li>
<li>Ability to provide clear corrective instructions as needed.</li>
<li>Ability to make quick decisions and take decisive action. Assertive in enforcing facility rules and regulations consistently in a professional and customer service-oriented manner.</li>
<li>Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations.</li>
</ul>
All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the <a href="https://hr.brown.edu/benefits-wellness" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Benefits of Working at Brown</a>.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-08-05
Job Posting Title:
Teaching Assistant Photography
Department:
Department of Visual Art
Grade:
Grade 8
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Time Type:
Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
10
Position Work Location:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
The designated <a href="https://hr.brown.edu/working-brown/flexible-work/position-work-locations" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Position Work Location</a> for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.
Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.
Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact <a href="mailto:employment@brown.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">employment@brown.edu</a>.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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