Teaching Assistant Development Program Specialist

Location: Riverside
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Position Information *Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume for full consideration. Candidates may be asked to provide a work sample or conduct a presentation as a part of the recruitment process. The Teaching Assistant Development Program Specialist is responsible for overall administration of the Teaching Assistant Development Program (TADP) within Graduate Division. Under the direction of the GradSuccess Director, the TADP Specialist is responsible for initial and ongoing training and pedagogical support for UCR graduate student Teaching Assistants (TAs). This includes developing and delivering mandatory New TA Orientations, quarterly continuing training for under-performing TAs, and pedagogy workshops, as well as overseeing the annual Teaching Assistant awards. The TADP Specialist collaborates with other departments on maintaining the student teaching evaluation system, maintains detailed records, and provides program support for marketing, data analysis, and assessment. The TADP Specialist also oversees the University Teaching Certificate Program. The full salary range for the Teaching Assistant Development Program Manager is $66,500 - $118,300 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is up to $78,000 annually. . We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Education Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required) Master’s or PhD degree (Preferred) Experience Requirements 4 - 7 years of related experience. (Required) 2-3 years experience teaching at the university level (Required) Minimum Requirements May require knowledge of NCAA policies, rules, and regulations. Ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects at different levels. Multicultural competencies, knowledge and experience working and interacting effectively with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and student populations. Knowledge of instructional design principles and learning strategies, including needs analysis, backwards design, learning outcomes and assessment design, and instructional approaches including lecture, discussion, activities, projects, lab supervision, etc. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge of how learning skills issues apply to a research institution. Knowledge of program development, data gathering, assessment, and evaluation skills. Strong written and oral communication skills, including excellent interpersonal communication, written reports and correspondence, and presentations for large and small audiences. Problem solving and organizational skills. Knowledge of current research and theoretical models that influence the application and delivery of academic services (e.g., discipline specific, student-population specific). Experienced knowledge of specific learning theory, learning styles, affective issues, academic issues, and socio-cultural/linguistic issues in applying academic support to students. Knowledge of strategies in critical thinking, reading, writing, note taking, test taking, time management, and goal setting. Skills in judgment and decision-making. Knowledge of academic curricula. Knowledge in designing and implementing learning and pedagogical models. Preferred Qualifications Evidence of commitment to equitable and inclusive learning. Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations, including senior administrators, faculty, staff, students and the public. Ability to facilitate collaborative work across departments. Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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