University of Georgia

Posting Number G/R31193P

Working Title Intensive English Program Teaching Assistant

Department OGE-Intensive English Prog

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) at the University of Georgia is dedicated to expanding the global reach of our institution’s instructional, research, and service missions, facilitating the university’s thoughtful and effective participation and leadership in the interconnected world of the twenty-first century. OGE is comprised of three units: Immigration Services, International Initiatives, and Global Education—the latter including UGA’s residential centers in Oxford, England and Cortona, Italy—with all areas supported by dedicated Finance and Operations staff. OGE’s comprehensive structure enables it to advance strategic institutional goals aimed at raising the global profile of the University of Georgia. OGE’s primary tenets include providing transformative academic experiences abroad for UGA students, sponsoring international students and scholars on campus, and promoting finding solutions to complex global challenges through strategic international partnerships and international research collaborations.

College/Unit/Department website globalengagement.uga.edu

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Your supervisor will assist you in making your work schedule.

Advertised Salary $13.00

Anticipated Start Date 10/01/2025

Posting Date 09/19/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will work from October 1, 2025, through May 8, 2026.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide 1-on-1 English tutoring for Korean visiting scholars

• Meet with Korean visiting scholars one or two hours per week for tutoring
• Help them improve their knowledge of vocabulary, understanding of grammar, pronunciation, and ability to participate in conversation
• Assess their English proficiency at the beginning and end of the tutoring period, and provide formative assessments throughout

Percentage of time 60

Duties/Responsibilities

Support IEP instructors in the classroom

• Support instructors in class and teach parts of or entire lessons each week (under IEP instructor mentorship)
• Participate in lesson planning and preparation
• Assist with administering and grading quizzes and exams

Percentage of time 15

Duties/Responsibilities

Support IEP students in the classroom

• Facilitate conversational activities to get students to talk
• Work 1-on-1 with student
• Support students who struggle
• Engage students who are off-task

Percentage of time 15

Duties/Responsibilities

Create social engagement opportunities for IEP students outside of the classroom

• Support the IEP Assistant Director, Program Coordinator, and Program Assistant in planning and organizing fun and engaging social events and activities for IEP students·
• Execute/participate in social events and activities as often as possible, including on evenings and weekends
• Conduct research on what activities and events students would like the IEP to offer

Percentage of time 5

Duties/Responsibilities

Other tasks as assigned

Percentage of time 5

Classification Title Student Assistant

FLSA Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code

FTE 0.50

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary

The Intensive English Program (IEP) at the University of Georgia is looking for a highly motivated, flexible, and dependable teaching assistant for the 2025/2026 academic year. The candidate will work with incoming Korean visiting scholars to provide 1-on-1 English tutoring, support our instructors and students in the classroom, actively participate in planning and implementing instruction and assessment, and collaborate with our IEP Program Assistant in creating opportunities for students to use their English outside of the classroom.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Preference will be given to applicant who

• Have a TESOL or World Language Education background or currently pursue a degree or certification in TESOL or World Language Education
• Have experience with teaching adult learners
• Have proficiency in Korean

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Currently be an undergraduate or graduate student in Language and Literacy Education, World Language Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field
• Be a native speaker of English
• Have a minimum 3.5 overall GPA
• Display a genuine interest in the mission of the IEP and the learning progress of our students
• Have experience with providing English tutoring to speakers of English as a foreign language
• Have excellent communication skills and a patient approach to teaching second language learners

Physical Demands

Remain seated or standing at a computer workstation for extended durations with the ability to speak and listen.

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a requirement of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Sebastian Burkholdt

Recruitment Contact Email sebburk@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-4209

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