GRADUATE STAFF ASSISTANT [PART-TIME 50% FTE, SPRING QUARTER 2022]

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a part-time, 50% FTE Graduate Staff Assistant to support the Center for Teaching and Learning’s Theater for Change program starting Spring Quarter 2022. That support includes helping develop and deliver workshops, conversations, and other activities for UW instructors, graduate students, and post-docs, as well as assisting the program lead in completing planning and logistical tasks associated with the program.

Duties & Responsibilities

Theater for Change (90%)

1.     Collaborate in planning, scheduling, rehearsing, and facilitating workshops and performances associated with the CTL’s Theater for Change program.
2.     Attend training sessions related to Theater for Change facilitation.
3.     Collaborate to develop information and communications related to Theater for Change activities, including emails, newsletter copy, and web page content.
4.     Collaborate to develop CTL grant proposals and projects related to Theater for Change.
5.     Assist Theater for Change Director in the planning and delivery of the Theater for Change course to be taught in collaboration with the School of Drama.
6.     Assist TFC director with writing, researching, and rehearsing new Theater for Change plays

Other Duties (10%)

1.     Attend CTL weekly team meetings and instructional consultant meetings as needed.
2.     Participate in other CTL programming as needed.

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: 

Start date of 3/16/2022 for Spring Quarter (Spring: March 16–June 15) with possibility for extension based on department need

HOURS:

REQUIREMENTS:

•     Registered UW Graduate Student (Spring quarter 2022) in good standing and eligible to hold a Graduate Student Assistantship.
•     Experience using anti-racist, intersectional lenses to sustain inclusive classrooms and/or work environments
•     Demonstrated success working with instructors, teaching assistants, and/or students to advance student, staff, and/or instructor success
•     Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data from diverse sources, using a variety of methods
•     Demonstrated experience facilitating classroom or workplace activities for diverse groups.
•     Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
•     Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

DESIRED:

•     Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college or university level.
•     Experience participating in initiatives, classes and workshops grounded in arts-based pedagogy and/or Theater of the Oppressed.
•     Experience leading initiatives focused on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and workplace.
•     Experience working effectively in projects that include challenging conversations and reflection
•     Experience with engaging and researching social justice and equity topics or at least one year of relevant experience with interactive or social justice theater

TERMS:

CREDIT LOAD:

Must be formally enrolled in the UW Graduate School for at least 10 credits during Spring quarter 2022 and be in good standing.

SALARY:

Major components of tuition plus standard salary; salary is commensurate with student standing. 2021-22 Salary Chart: TA/RA Salaries

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Apply through UWHires (uw.edu/jobs; click FIND A JOB; search for Requisition #201702). 

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

February 1, 2022. Applications will be reviewed, interviews conducted, and hiring will take place throughout the application period.  Early applications are encouraged, but all applications submitted by the closing date will be given full consideration.  If you are contacted for an interview, it will be conducted online through Zoom.

NOTIFICATION DATE:

We will notify all applicants of our decisions by February 15, 2022. Students offered a position will have one week from the date of our notification to accept or decline the position.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Penelope Moon Director, UW Center for Teaching and Learning
([email protected])