Graduate Teaching Assistant - Spring 2027

The Academic Accounting Department (ACCT) at the Carlson School of Management is seeking graduate students to be Teaching Assistants (TAs) for the 2027 spring semester. To apply, complete the application and upload a cover letter and unofficial transcript. Reviews of applicant materials will take place mid-late November 2026.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities 

Graduate students are teaching assistants for master's and undergraduate courses offered by the Academic Accounting Department. The courses focus on topics related to accounting, auditing, tax, financial statement analysis, data analytics, and more. Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting the instructor and students during the class period. Most classes are in-person, and some are via Zoom. Some instructors may not need you to attend every class session.
• Be available to assist the instructor with preparing for class. These tasks may include making copies, preparing materials, updating Canvas, administering exams, and additional requests to support the course.
• Be available and responsive to students. Answer students’ questions in-person, virtually and/or via email. You may be asked to hold office hours, and the ACCT Department will provide access to a shared office for office hours.
• Additional tasks you may be asked to do are proctor exams, draft exam questions, grade assignments, invite/assist guest speakers, and other duties as assigned.
• All TAs must complete all required ACCT Department, Carlson School and UMN trainings before the deadline. 

Hours will vary (4-20) depending on course complexity, the number of students, the number of assignments, exams, quizzes and/or special projects assigned by instructor. Full course assignments will be given to the successful candidate in a formal offer letter. This will include room locations, times, and course titles. 

The expected start date of the position is January 14, 2027. The position is expected to last through the spring semester with an expected end date of May 30, 2027. 

This position will remain open until filled, which will be on or after December 14, 2026. 

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Minnesota and the Graduate Labor Union-United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (GLU-UE).

Required

• Graduate students enrolled in a graduate or post-baccalaureate professional degree program at the University of Minnesota, enrolled in the minimum number of credits required for student employment.

• Meet the language proficiency requirement for non-native English-speaking TAs. For more information visit this website: https://policy.umn.edu/hr/language. 

Preferred

• Must have taken the class they will be supporting or have demonstrated experience in the area of expertise the course is teaching.

Pay Range: The FY2027 hourly rate for Carlson School Graduate Assistants is a minimum of $28.93, depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
 

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Application Deadline: December 14, 2026.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Please attach the following to your application: 

• Resume

• Cover letter expressing interest and qualifications

• Unofficial Transcript 

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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