Math TA

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR, USA
USD 14.7-21 / hour
Posted on Sep 26, 2025
Position Information
Job Title Math TA
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.75 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time Math TA position for the Educational Opportunities Program and Mathematics Department at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Educational Opportunities Program offers support to students who have traditionally been denied access to higher education. As such we offer courses that help fill gaps in mathematics while completing college mathematics courses.

TA’s work with students twice a week to facilitate group work and mathematical learning. In addition to helping students with course content, TA’s share study strategies and demonstrate methods for how students can find the answers for themselves, with the goal that students build the skills that will allow them to excel in their classes.

Specifically, TA’s will need to work Tues & Thur 2pm – 250pm during spring term.

The anticipated hourly pay for this position is $15.05 hour.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Equity & Inclusion, Technology, Career & Self-Development
Position Duties
  • TA’s will work in a classroom setting with diverse Math 111 and Math252 students;
  • Facilitate group work
  • Help build student understanding
  • Answer mathematical questions
  • Take attendance
  • Evaluate participation and engagement
  • Share study strategies
  • Attend group and individual meetings with supervisor
  • Assist in study sessions
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Required Qualifications
  • Successful completion of MTH 252 or higher
  • People skills
  • Availability at class time
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Desire and experience working with diversity in STEM
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P12519SE
Number of Vacancies 4
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/23/2025
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/15/2026
Posting Date 09/23/2025
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 10/10/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1. A Resume/Vita
2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

For additional information please contact: Elizabeth Jones at elizabeth.jones@oregonstate.edu

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.