Professional Teaching Development: Teaching Mentor Appointment
Institution: Syracuse University Graduate School
Terms Served: Summer 2018 - Spring 2019
Job Description: ”A rigorous application process culminates in the selection of 28-34 outstanding individuals to be awarded a teaching mentor position.”
“Selected for their excellence in teaching and overall graduate study, and representing colleges and disciplines from across the university, the teaching mentors comprise the “core faculty” during the Teaching Assistant Orientation Program. The teaching mentors serve as small group leaders and mentors to approximately 300 new TAs each August. They also participate in the development and implementation of TA Program activities throughout the academic year and act as teaching consultants for the Graduate School.”
Personal Accomplishments in Program:
Designed and implemented a discipline specific session devoted to preparing incoming art students for teaching in the arts.
Led a small cohort of students in small group breakout sessions over the course of the orientation.
Presentation Examples: Prepared by Mr. Carle Wirshba
Abstract: The VPA discipline specific session offers incoming graduate assistance the opportunity to explore the importance of the arts, as well as the teaching strategies and methodology of the arts specifically, as opposed to standard STEM curriculums. We will begin to dive into the expectations of a TA in the arts and offer testimonials and advice from past VPA specific TA’s. The presentation will conclude with speakers from the VPA administration to answer any questions.
More Info on the Teaching Mentor Position at Syracuse University:
https://graduateschool.syr.edu/programs/ta-program/teaching-mentors/