Faculty Assistant

Expectations of the Faculty Assistant:

• Attend all HMHV 398 classes with Dr. Cartwright in person (Tuesdays 2:00-3:40PM)
  • Need prior permission to miss up to one class
  • Can dress casually (no athleisure wear)
  • Follow professional guidance of how to speak of community, experiences, etc.
• Be prepared with class materials, specific content, readings, etc.
• Collect, grade and return graded assignments for all students enrolled in the assigned section
• Assist in proctoring and grading exams as assigned
• Keep records of student grades as instructed
• Hold weekly office hours for student assistance, determined with Dr. Cartwright
• Position eligible for 7 hours per week including HMHV 398 class time, supporting course as instructed by Dr. Cartwright

FA Guidelines: Rather than present material of their own, the job of the Faculty Assistant (FA)
is to clarify and integrate materials relate them to larger issues beyond the
classroom. In particular, FA's are expected to demonstrate a responsible
attitude toward the need for commitment and sensitivity to the individual
student with awareness of diversity of students in terms of cultural, racial,
gender and ethnic backgrounds, as well as differing learning styles, attend to
special needs of students with declared or apparent learning difficulties;
through and accurate correction of assignments with appropriate constructive
feedback; prompt return of corrected work. Consult with your faculty prior to approaching
students on matters relating to problematic behavior. Faculty Assistants have
the responsibility to inform the faculty in charge of any instances of academic
dishonesty that they notice in the class.

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