Cloud Computing

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

TA400742- Winter 2027-CIS*4010 Cloud Computing

Teaching Assistant Work Assignment

Type of Work Assignment and Bargaining Unit:

GTA, Unit 1

Academic Unit:

School of Computer Science

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

This Work Assignment(s) may be assigned to fulfill the terms and conditions of a guaranteed Job Security Period:

Yes

Course Number:

CIS*4010

Course Name:

Cloud Computing

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information:

The total number of assignments is a low estimate of the number of available appointments. The final number may be higher and it will depend on class enrolment at the time of assignment.

120

Level of Appointment for GTA, GSA-1 UTA(s)

The following is an estimate of number and levels of available appointments at the time of posting. This may change (increase or decrease) at the time of assignment contingent on departmental needs.

This Posting includes Multiple Work Assignments:

No

Number of Available 0.25 (35 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.5 (70 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available 0.75 (105 hour) Work Assignments:

0

Number of Available Full 1.0 (140 hour) Work Assignments:

1

Total Number (Load) of Assignment(s) Available:

1

Duties and Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• Conducting Labs/Seminars
• Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Other Duties Described:

NOTICE: The use of AI to perform job responsibilities must be directed by or approved beforehand in writing by the supervisor or course instructor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled as a student in Winter 2027 and able to complete in-person responsibilities.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to critique and edit student work effectively.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to explain computer science concepts clearly to diverse learners.
• Ability to lead tutorials on core topics in cloud computing.
• Availability for all assigned duties: in-person office hours throughout the semester, weekly staff meetings, and moderating online forums (as assigned).
• Availability during scheduled lecture times for in-person support (e.g., proctoring in-person quizzes), as required.
• Availability to invigilate the in-person, sit-down final exam, as required.
• Background in Computer Science (or closely related field).
• Substantial software development experience (coursework and/or projects/industry).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior successful TA or instructional experience for this course or a closely related Cloud Computing course.
• Demonstrated subject-matter expertise (e.g., relevant course completion, curriculum development, or applied projects).

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

See duties and qualifications above, as well as WebAdvisor for lecture and lab days and times. Must be available during lectures. Must be available to complete TA duties as required until the end of the work period (May 7th, 2027).

Period of the Work Assignment (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

Wage Rate (per hour, per semester, per Full-load 1.0 Work Assignment):

Other Posting Information

Application Deadline (All postings will automatically expire at 11:59 pm on this day):

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Hiring Contact Information:

Christine Harris, Instructional Suppor