All University Graduate Assistant Program
Graduate Assistantships are available to students admitted to or enrolled in a graduate program. Criteria for the awarding of an assistantship may include, but are not limited to: grade-point average, experience or training, interest in the field of study, letters of recommendation, and/or personal interview.
The university offers three types of Graduate Assistantships, each with different responsibilities and benefits. Each assistantship offers a stipend and tuition scholarship in exchange for 10 or 20 hours of service. We currently offer:
Teachers of Record (TR) serve as the primary instructor of record for a course.
Teaching Assistants (TA) may assist a faculty member with a course, grading, or tutor.
Graduate Assistants (GA) may assist with research, administrative and/or technical assistance.
For more information, please see the TAGA eBrochure
- Review the listing of departments below that offer assistantships during the academic year to determine your eligibility.
- Contact the department regarding their specific application procedures. Some departments collect specific application forms, while others have students complete the top half of the Graduate Assistantship ARF
- At a minimum, prepare and submit a resume and cover letter to the Chair or Director of the department where you would like to work.
Welcome to the all-University TAGA Program!
This page serves as one resource for newly hired TAs and GAs. Additional information for new employees may be found here: https://www.newpaltz.edu/newhires/
Hiring Timeline
- Fill out and sign page 1 of the Graduate Assistantship ARF
- The Hiring Department and Academic Dean will complete the ARF with approvals to send to Graduate Studies.
- Graduate Studies will process the ARF and send out the Fair Chance Form
- Complete the Fair Chance Form and return to the Office of Graduate, Professional & Interdisciplinary Studies
- Graduate Studies will send the ARF and Fair Chance Form to HRDI
- Work with HRDI to complete any remaining paperwork
- HRDI will update information for Payroll
- Expect your first paycheck four weeks after your first day of work
Professional Obligation
Forms
- ARF Grad Assistantship 24-25
- Direct Deposit
- Fair Chance
- Monthly TAGA Attendance Report -- due the 10th of the following month
- Completed Attendance Reports should be emailed to Katarina Ioanna
- Parking Permit
- TAGA eBrochure
- TAGA ID Card
Questions?
Reach out to the individuals below if you need help:
- Graduate, Professional & Interdisciplinary Studies: Sue Ugricich
- Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion: Maria Cathcart
- Payroll: Evelyn Allende or Katarina Ionna (timesheets)
- Student Accounts: Debra Schultes or Faith Reid (tuition waivers)
- Student Financial Services: Nicole Schmitz
Positions Available
Academic Planning & Learning Innovation
Description: To be successful in this position will require the employee to be a self-starter who can work on assigned projects with little oversight while also working well within a team structure. The ability to learn new processes and/or technologies easily and being open to new ideas is critical. Additional skill sets that will assist a new GA include excellent written and verbal communication, conscientious attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, and the ability to research. This position requires 20hrs/week.
Requirements: Duties generally include:
Website & Technical Support
- Review and flag website errors, including broken links, periodically
- Research and propose ideas for improving/streamlining data management
Project Management
- Create Excel spreadsheets of online courses for the OpenSUNY Database each semester
- Oversee the digitization of graduate curricular documents into SharePoint
- Manage the office bulletin board, including updating materials and information
- Assist with editing the UG and GR online catalogs as needed
Research & Reporting
- Research continuing education and micro-credential programs across campuses nationally
- Draft bi-weekly reports of key metrics for each graduate program
- Provide online research for GPIS Staff
Documentation & Administrative Support
- Document any new or revised procedures for inclusion in the GA SharePoint
- Provide administrative and reception assistance as needed
- Scan and index documents as needed
Communication & Assessment
- The GA will be expected to keep an online daily progress report of accomplishments to be reviewed/shared during GA meetings with the Assistant Dean. These meetings may be conducted in person or online
- The GA will have access to the Assistant Dean via email, Microsoft Teams, or text
- The GA will provide the Assistant Dean with a summary of accomplishments at the end of each term. Evaluation shall be based on the extent to which the Graduate Assistant has met or made progress towards meeting the goals specified in their performance program and progress report
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and TAGA appointment request form to gradstudies@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Business
Description: A successful applicant for this position will be a self-starter who can work on assigned projects with little oversight. Technical proficiency is preferred, but the ability to learn new processes and/or technologies easily and being open to new ideas is critical. Additional skill sets that we look for include excellent written and verbal communication, conscientious attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines.
Responsibilities: Duties generally include:
- Instructor Support
- Assist faculty with providing tutoring services to students
- Assist faculty with grading assignments
- Assist faculty with developing teaching materials
- Research & Administrative Support
- Provide online research for School of Business faculty/staff
- Assist faculty with literature review
- Work in conjunction with faculty on research papers
- Provide administrative assistance as needed
- Additional Assignments
- Provide advising assistance to undergraduate business students
- Assist with MBA program promotion
- Assist with undergraduate and graduate open houses when needed
- Provide tours of the School of Business to prospective students
Compensation: This position yields a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship which covers 3 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to hinesa@newpaltz.edu
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Center for International Programs
Description: To be successful in this position will require the employee to be a self-starter who can work on assigned projects with little oversight while also working well within a team structure. The ability to learn new processes and/or technologies easily and being open to new ideas is necessary. Additional skill sets that will assist a new GA are excellent written and verbal communication, conscientious attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, and the ability to research. This position requires 10hrs/week.
Responsibilities:
Data & Technical Support
- Ability to learn/utilize technology used by the ESL program relevant to an assigned task
- Support ISP social media outreach, including virtual outreach to prospective students. This may involve the use of UniBuddy, etc., as assigned by staff
- Work on special projects online
- Must have online access and equipment such as a computer and phone to be capable of working remotely
Administrative Support
- Be available for airport pickup if needed
- Provide administrative assistance as needed
- Help organize and chaperone student events and trips as needed. Evening and weekend availability when required
- Act as a Student Ambassador
- Answer questions and assist students and visitors when in the office
- Front desk as needed
- Tutor ESL students as well as other students from abroad as needed
Compensation: This position yields a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship which covers 3 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please send a resume and letter of interest to esl@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description: To be successful in this position, the GA will need to be a self-starter who can work on assigned projects with little oversight while also working well within a team structure. The ability to learn new processes and/or technologies easily and being open to new ideas is necessary. Additional skill sets that will assist a new GA are excellent written and verbal communication, conscientious attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, and the ability to research. This position requires 20hrs/week.
Responsibilities:
Administrative Support
- Play a key role in the new international student orientation program in both the fall and spring semesters
- Assist staff in the preparation and implementation of Orientation
- Meet arriving international students at JFK Airport along with CIP staff, assist with their arrival on campus, and help them check in to the residence halls
- Chaperone student trips to off-campus locations including evening and weekend trips when needed
- Promote workshops and activities for international students
- Answer questions and assist students and visitors when in the office
- Provide administrative, phone, and reception assistance
- Help monitor international@newpaltz.edu email account and forward inquiries to appropriate staff members
- Be available to deliver and pick up documents from CIP, Mailroom, and other offices
- General office tasks
Data & Technical Support
- Ability to learn/utilize technology used by the International Student Programs staff relevant to assigned tasks
- Process student documents and communicate via email to students about those documents
- Scan and prepare documents for UPS and DHL delivery
- Assist with social media
- Work on special projects as needed
- Must have online access and equipment such as a computer and phone to be capable of working remotely if needed
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to international@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 Academic Year
Description: The graduate assistant plays an important role in supporting the administrative functioning of the Study Abroad Office at the Center for International Programs (CIP). The Study Abroad Office sends SUNY students to universities overseas. The benefits of working at an international education office (beyond financial compensation) are many--the ability to share personal international experiences with peers, maintain a continued connection to an international community, and gain experience in the field of international education. Additionally, it looks great on a résumé!
Responsibilities: Among other assigned tasks and responsibilities that will arise throughout the semester, the Graduate Assistant will be expected to perform the following duties:
- Database management and data entry
- Application processing
- General office support: filing documents, sending letters/packages, delivering materials on campus, set-up and clean-up of office events
- Attend office events (study abroad fair, orientation, information sessions, etc)
- Communications management (interoffice, interdepartmental, and electronic communication)
Eligibility Criteria: Interested students must be pursuing a graduate degree at SUNY New Paltz and:
- Be enrolled in at least 6 credits each semester
- Have a 3.0 GPA (if you are a first-semester graduate student, this requirement is waived and will be reevaluated after your first semester)
- Be able to commit to 20 hours of work per week
- Have demonstrated experience with different forms of technology
Preferred Qualifications: Applicant has had some form of international experience, this can mean:
- the student has studied abroad in the past
- the student is an international student studying in the US
- the student has traveled extensively
- Foreign language skills
- Attention to detail
- Able to multi-task
- Demonstrated motivation to complete tasks and be reliable
- Maturity in problem-solving
- Flexible
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please go to the Study Abroad GA page and click “Apply now.” You will be asked to upload your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript.
Deadline to Apply: Rolling.
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Enrollment Management
Center for Student Success
Description:
The Center for Student Success is seeking a Graduate Assistant to assist with day-to-day operations at the Center, with a focus on the Supplemental Instruction program. Supplemental Instruction is a peer-led tutoring program facilitated by a team of student staff. This position is 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the CSS professional staff, the Graduate Assistant will
- Assist CSS professional staff with supervision of undergraduate student staff
- Assist with facilitating semester training, monthly meetings, and intermittent trainings
- Facilitate workshops and table at events as needed
- Assist with collecting and reviewing CSS data
- Complete and publish a weekly schedule for CSS student staff
- Participate in data collection and outreach efforts in the Starfish platform
- Observe tutoring/writing/consultation sessions and provide feedback to student staff
- Assist with performance reviews for student staff
- Participate in training as needed to stay up to date on current Learning Center trends
- Participate in INT 193 as an observer
- Assist with administrative office tasks at the CSS
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must have a 3.3+ GPA, be available for at least two semesters, and consistently be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
- Preferred: Tutoring experience, teaching experience, knowledge of learning theory, familiarity with technology.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description:
The Center for Student Success is seeking a Graduate Assistant to assist with day-to-day operations at the Center, with a focus on the Supplemental Instruction program. Supplemental Instruction is a peer-led tutoring program facilitated by a team of student staff. This position is 20 hours per week.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the CSS professional staff, the Graduate Assistant will
- Assist CSS professional staff with supervision of undergraduate student staff
- Assist with facilitating semester training, monthly meetings, and intermittent trainings
- Facilitate workshops and table at events as needed
- Assist with collecting and reviewing CSS data
- Complete and publish a weekly schedule for CSS student staff
- Participate in data collection and outreach efforts in the Starfish platform
- Observe tutoring/writing/consultation sessions and provide feedback to student staff
- Assist with performance reviews for student staff
- Participate in training as needed to stay up to date on current Learning Center trends
- Participate in INT 193 as an observer
- Assist with administrative office tasks at the CSS
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must have a 3.3+ GPA, be available for at least two semesters, and consistently be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
- Preferred: Tutoring experience, teaching experience, knowledge of learning theory, familiarity with technology.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description:
The Center for Student Success is seeking a Graduate Assistant to assist with day-to-day operations at the Center, with a focus on the Writing Studio and assisting with tutoring. This position is 10 hours per week.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the CSS professional staff, the Graduate Assistant will
- Assist CSS professional staff with supervision of undergraduate student staff
- Assist with facilitating semester training, monthly meetings, and intermittent trainings
- Facilitate workshops and table at events as needed
- Assist with collecting and reviewing CSS data
- Complete and publish a weekly schedule for CSS student staff
- Participate in data collection and outreach efforts in the Starfish platform
- Observe tutoring/writing/consultation sessions and provide feedback to student staff
- Assist with performance reviews for student staff
- Participate in training as needed to stay up to date on current Learning Center trends
- Participate in INT 193 as an observer
- Will facilitate writing studio sessions with students 1-3 hours per week
- Assist with administrative office tasks at the CSS
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must have a 3.3+ GPA, be available for at least two semesters, and consistently be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
- Preferred: Tutoring experience, teaching experience, knowledge of learning theory, familiarity with technology.
Compensation: This position yields a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship which covers 3 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please review application information and requirements at https://www.newpaltz.edu/studentsuccess/join-our-team/
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description: A successful applicant for this position will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, an engaging personality, be a self-starter, find creative ways to reach undergraduate and returning adult students, adhere to deadlines, and have strong organizational skills. Knowledge of Excel, Canva, Social media platforms, and Student Organizations is helpful. This position requires 20hrs/week.
Responsibilities: Duties are included, but not limited to:
Administrative Duties:
- Be knowledgeable of graduate programs offered and able to speak about the basic admissions process.
- Follow up and respond to inquiries by email, text, or phone.
- Create Social Media posts about events or graduate info using Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
- Conduct online competitor program research and analysis.
- Create online tutorials and informational PowerPoints.
- Manage calendar confirming appointments daily.
- Data entry and communication management using Slate.
- Inventory and manage print and online materials for events.
- Create fliers for departments or promotion of graduate programs.
- Review and report any outdated web content to the Director.
Event Support:
- Attend and assist at on-campus events.
- Assist with registration and facilities management.
- Promote events on campus, online, and via social media.
- Create flyers for events and post them throughout campus.
- Create admission events in Slate.
Documentation
- Document new or revised procedures, policies, charts, and reports in Graduate Admissions in Sharepoint.
- The GA is expected to keep a daily progress report of tasks assigned that are in progress or completed to share during meetings with the Director of Graduate Admission.
- Other duties and assignments as needed.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please send a resume, letter of interest, and TAGA appointment request form to matuszea@newpaltz.edu
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Fine and Performing Arts
Description: Teachers of Record (TRs) provide a valuable opportunity to teach an entry-level studio course as an instructor of record. TRs are solely responsible for all course content including syllabus, assignments, grades, and assessment. Candidates should have a strong command of the technical and conceptual aspects of their discipline and possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. TRs must comply with all university policies and regulations regarding teaching. This position requires 20hrs/week. For more information, please visit their website.
Positions Available: The following TR positions are available each semester:
- Foundation – 2 Teachers of Record, ARS105
- Ceramics – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 110
- Metal – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 120
- Painting and Drawing – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 140
- Printmaking – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 160
- Sculpture – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 170
- Photography and Related Media – 1 Teacher of Record, ARS 150
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Description: Two-semester position to start in the Fall. 20 hours per week. The Art Education Graduate Assistant works 20 hours per week in the Art Education program during the academic year assisting and supporting Art Education faculty and staff. Approximately seven hours per week occur on Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. during mid Fall and mid Spring semesters.
Responsibilities: Representative duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned by the Art Education program director:
- Performing project-related duties for the Art Education Director
- Gathering and organizing information
- Providing clear summaries of information for the Art Education director
- Knowledge of Word and Excel are helpful
- Developing informational materials for the Art Education program
- Knowledge of InDesign or other graphic design software helpful
- Managing paperwork related to Art Education students’ fieldwork experiences
- Coordinating and overseeing the Art Education Resource Room and supply closet
- Facilitating storage of and access to digital resources connected to Art Education courses
- Assisting Art Education faculty with materials preparation related to coursework
- Performing other duties as assigned by the Art Education program director.
Dimensions of job performance include:
- Communication: Speaking and writing clearly and accurately; responding to communication requests promptly
- Collegiality: Interacting in ways that are helpful, respectful of others, approachable, and team-oriented; promoting a positive work environment.
- Effectiveness: Performing tasks thoroughly and with care and attention to detail
- Initiative: Taking ownership of work; able to work independently, following through on responsibilities
- Improvement: Being receptive and responsive to feedback
- Efficiency: managing work time effectively; being on time
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description:
Two-semester position to start in the Fall. 20 hours per week.
Specific hours will be determined upon hiring to fit the assistant’s schedule.
Working with the Graduate Coordinator for the Art Department, the Recruitment and Promotions Assistant helps to increase the visibility of the Art Department. Through collaboration with Design and Print services, the Office of Graduate and Extended Learning, and the School of Fine and Performing Arts, the Recruitment and Promotions Assistant will help produce, update, and circulate promotional material including brochures, posters, websites, and social media sites. Additionally, the Recruitment and Promotions Assistant will arrange on-campus meetings and tours with interested students and assist in tracking graduate alumni and producing alumni events. Other responsibilities will include the development of a database of internships and residencies, assistance with developing pedagogical and professional materials for graduate students, and event planning related to the MFA program.
Qualifications:
- Communication: Speaking and writing clearly and accurately; responding to communication requests promptly
- Collegiality: Interacting in ways that are helpful, respectful of others, approachable, and team-oriented; promoting a positive work environment.
- Effectiveness: Performing tasks thoroughly and with care and attention to detail
- Initiative: Taking ownership of work; able to work independently, following through on responsibilities
- Improvement: Being receptive and responsive to feedback
- Efficiency: managing work time effectively; being on time
- Familiarity with digital media: basic word processing and layout skills
- Familiarity with digital photography: ability to take and edit photos
- Familiarity with social media: the ability to use Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Hiring for the 24-25 academic year
Description: Two-semester position to start in the Fall. 20 hours per week. This position is only available to students enrolled in the Photography and related Media MFA program. The Photography GA works closely with the head of the Photography Program and the photography tech on various projects and tasks to help maintain and upgrade Photography Program facilities, tools, and processes. The Photography GA position provides a valuable learning experience in photographic tools and technologies, preparing students for a wide range of technical careers.
Tasks coordinated with the photo technician will include overseeing the photography equipment, training and supervising student workers, upgrading workflows and systems, and optimizing spaces. The GA assists in the regular upkeep and maintenance of the Old Library photography production spaces as well as the Photo MFA spaces in the Smiley Art Building. In conversation with the photography faculty, the GA will assist in maintaining the program website and developing digital and analog program archives. The GA will coordinate with the Photography faculty and Graduate Coordinator to promote the program through social media outreach and advertising.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Hiring for the 24-25 academic year
Responsibilities: Two-semester position to start in the Spring. 20 hours per week.
- Primary duties include the coordination of visiting artists in collaboration with the Student Art Alliance.
- Candidates should have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, fluency with MS Office including word processing and database management, and basic familiarity with digital photo editing.
- This two-semester appointment begins in the Spring; close mentorship and training with the existing VISITING ARTIST/ART EDUCATION assistant is expected during the Fall.
Visiting Artist Lecture Coordinator Duties:
- Coordination of six to eight visiting artists/presenters per semester.
- Organization of visiting artists, confirmation of travel, hotel stay, dinner reservations, and lunches for the artists during their stay.
- Management of artist contracts and paperwork for stipends, tax forms, and purchase orders for hotel, media, and printing services.
- Responsible for the management of the budget as it relates to all aspects of the artist's travel, food, and accommodations. The budget must be presented and approved each semester at Student Art Alliance Board Meetings.
- Coordination of artist lecture presentation setup, video recordings of lectures, and reservation of room with Media Services and Student Activities.
- Communication with faculty and students throughout the semester with visiting artist details. Responsible for organizing a yearly slide slam for students to vote on artists for lecture series
- Introduce artist at public lectures and oversee their schedule during their visit. Must be on-site for troubleshooting and assisting with the artist around campus the day of the lecture.
- Responsible for transporting and/or arranging travel for artists during their visit
- Coordination of promotional material with the graphic design department for poster advertisements and the distribution of material.
Dimensions of job performance include:
- Communication: Speaking and writing clearly and accurately; responding to communication requests promptly
- Collegiality and Collaboration: Interacting in ways that are helpful, respectful of others, approachable, and team-oriented; promoting a positive work environment.
- Effectiveness: Performing tasks thoroughly and with care and attention to detail
- Initiative: Taking ownership of work; able to work independently, following through on responsibilities
- Improvement: Being receptive and responsive to feedback
- Efficiency: managing work time effectively; being on time
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Hiring for the 24-25 academic year
Responsibilities: Two-semester position to start in the Fall. 20 hours per week
- Primary duties include assistance to the Preparator with gallery preparation, exhibition installation, lighting, art handling, matting/framing, wall label, and signage/banner production, and assisting with the organization of student thesis exhibitions, including correspondence between museum and student participants.
- Secondary duties include reorganizing storage areas; organizing and maintaining a/v, lighting, and other equipment, inventorying supplies; updating exhibition and curatorial files; and special projects as determined in consultation with museum staff.
- Must be courteous, careful, and detail-oriented; must be willing to climb ladders and lift at least 40 lbs., must have knowledge of hand tools; facility with computer graphics software and printers a plus.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Apply here!
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description: This position is 20hrs/week and yields a 6-credit tuition waiver and a $2500 stipend/semester. To be successful in this position will require the employee to be a self-starter who can work on assigned projects with little oversight while also working well within a team structure. The ability to learn new processes and/or technologies easily and being open to new ideas is critical. Additional skill sets that will assist a new GA are excellent written and verbal communication, conscientious attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, and the ability to research.
Responsibilities: Duties generally include:
HVAMC Technical Support
- Assist the HVAMC Staff with overseeing 3D Printing operations
- Manage individual and group 3D Printing training sessions for undergraduate students •
- Manage projects as assigned by HVAMC Staff
- Research and propose ideas for improving/updating printing operations
- Maintain equipment within the post-processing area and Machine Shop as directed
- Working with your supervisor, identify and develop either a term or year-long project that will define your experience as a Graduate Assistant
Communication & Assessment
- The GA will be expected to keep an online daily progress report of accomplishments to be reviewed/shared during GA/TA meetings with the Program Coordinator. These meetings may be conducted in person or online
- The GA will have access to the Program Director via email or Slack
- The GA will provide the Director with a summary of accomplishments at the end of each term. Evaluation shall be based on the extent to which the Graduate Assistant has met or made progress towards meeting the goals specified in their performance program and progress report
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester an Ashokan Scholarship for full-time TAs a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship for half-time GAs.
To Apply: Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and TAGA Appointment Request form to nelsona@newpaltz.edu
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Description: Applicants for this position need to be accepted into the Graduate Music Therapy Program. A successful applicant for this position must be: technically proficient; detail-oriented; work well within a team; be organized; practice discretion and maintain confidentiality with sensitive material; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The role of a Graduate Assistant is to help with administrative duties in ways that benefit the promotion, development, and daily functioning of the Music Therapy Program. Graduate Assistants are assigned duties at the start of each semester by the Program Director, who also oversees the completion of these assignments. Assignments are assigned based on the strengths of the applicant.
Responsibilities: Duties may include:
- Maintain instrument room and instrument checkout for clinical training and classroom use
- Archival of historical documents of the Program and the Mary Boyle archive
- Administer, publicize, and organize special programming including continuing education workshops and symposiums
- iPad and technology maintenance and checkout for clinical training and classroom use
- Assist professors in assigning clinical placements and organizing contracts with training facilities
- Maintain daily functioning of the Program: a. All bulletin boards are up to date and maintained b. GA office is stocked with supplies and clean at all times c. Reporting on news stories, student and alumni accomplishments, and events with SUNY, New Paltz d. Updating the Music Therapy Program BB site as directed by music therapy faculty
- Assist Program Director and Professors with classroom preparation: a. Making copies of readings/handouts b. Searching for possible resources in library c. Bring instruments or materials to classroom d. Support adjunct professors as needed e. Make .pdfs accessible f. Type transcripts of recorded classroom lectures
- Support Professors in their scholarly endeavors: A. Help find literature about scholarship B. Finding and networking with outside agencies, as directed and approved by the professor
- Support Program Director with administrative duties as needed
- Support the Program by assisting with advocacy and recruitment events, with the approval from the Program Director
Compensation: This position yields a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship which covers 3 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and the top half of the TAGA Appointment Request Form to murphyk@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Liberal Arts & Science
Description: Applicants for this position need to be accepted into the Counselor Education Program (Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, or Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling). A successful applicant for this position must be: technically proficient; detail-oriented; work well within a team; be organized; practice discretion and maintain confidentiality with sensitive material; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The role of a Graduate Assistant is to help with the administrative duties in ways that benefit the promotion, development, and daily functioning of the Counselor Education program. Graduate Assistants are assigned duties at the start of each semester by the Director of the Counselor Education program, who also oversees the completion of these assignments. Assignments may be assigned based on the strengths of the applicant. This position requires 20hrs/week.
Responsibilities: With the approval and supervision of the Program Director, the duties of the Counselor Education Program Graduate Assistant may include:
- Collecting annual program assessment data and compiling data in an initial report
- Organize and publicize special programming including alumni speaker series, workshops, and symposiums
- Assist the Placement Coordinator in securing clinical placements and organizing contracts with training facilities
- Helping maintain data for, and write, CACREP accreditation reports
- Ensure that all program bulletin boards are up-to-date and maintained
- Reporting on news stories, student and alumni accomplishments, and events within SUNY New Paltz
- Updating the Counselor Education Program website
- Making copies of readings/handouts
- Searching for possible resources in the library
- Assist with advocacy and recruitment events
- Support Director with administrative duties as needed
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Complete the top half of the TAGA Appointment Request Form and send it along with a copy of your resume and interest statement to: hillm@newpaltz.edu.
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
CMD302 Phonetics (fall and spring) (.5 TA)
Supervisor: Professor Dana Arthur
This is a 10hr/week position for the UG phonetics course. The TA is responsible for grading online homework assignments, and assisting with weekly lab/practice sessions (W 9:55-10:45 am in the fall; W 12:55-1:45 for the spring semester). The TA will set up recordings for each lab session and assist students with the completion of weekly activities. He or she will also hold weekly office hours and assist with other student support activities as needed. The TA must be available for Wednesday lab sessions. The position requires proficiency in broad and narrow phonetic transcription, as well as strong organization skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
CMD200 Survey of Communication Disorders (fall and spring) (.5 TA)
Supervisor: Professor Jessica Welsh
This TA will work 10 hours/week to support the Survey of Communication Disorders course in both the fall and spring semesters. Job responsibilities will include:
- Provide grading support for paper- and electronically-submitted assignments and tests (grading assignments, quizzes/tests; entering grades; etc.)
- Communicate routinely with the course instructor(s) in person or via email to prioritize weekly tasks
- Assist the instructor in facilitating in-class group discussions
- Respond to students’ email inquiries
- Proctor tests/quizzes (if needed)
- Seek out additional responsibilities if weekly tasks total fewer than 10 hours
- Develop a resource library of readings, podcasts, videos, and web links related to course content (as time permits)
- Develop samples and/or templates of course assignments to facilitate student learning (as needed)
- Engage in professional development, such as (but not limited to) teaching a class; developing a class project; preparing clinically-related resource/reference materials; being responsible for an aspect or recurring portion of the course; developing in-class activities for students; researching topics covered in class to add depth to lectures; re-formatting the course Blackboard site to promote interaction and increased BB use; and facilitating class discussions (live or online) (variable, depending on project)
CMD310 Anatomy & Physiology (fall and spring) (.5 TA)
Supervisors: Professor Lynne Telesca (fall) and Professor Cheryl Goettsche (spring)
This TA will work 10 hours per week to support Anatomy and Physiology in both the fall and spring semesters. The TA is responsible for checking and logging homework. Other responsibilities include holding weekly office hours and assisting with proctoring and grading the midterm and final exams for the fall offering of CMD310. The supervisor for this course will be Dr. Telesca. The spring offering of this course is fully online and will not require any on-campus activities. This section will be supervised by Professor Goettsche.
CMD419 Research in Communication Disorders (fall and spring) (.5 TA)
Supervisors: Professor Jana Losey (fall)/ Professor Inge Anema (spring)
This is a 10hr/week position for the UG Research in CMD (CMD 419). The TA is responsible for grading support for paper and electronically submitted assignments. He or she will also hold weekly office hours and assist with other student support activities as needed (respond to students’ emails, and provide announcements on Bb). The position requires proficiency in basic research method concepts, as well as strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels. (Needs to be available for at least 1 class time in the fall M/R 2:00-3:15)
CMD401 Observations (fall and spring) and CMD 306 Language Development in Children (fall and spring) (1.0 TA)
Supervisor: Professor Kathryn Burke
This TA will work 20 hours/week to primarily support both Observations and Language Development in Children courses both fall and spring. Job responsibilities will include:
- Provide grading support for paper- and electronically-submitted assignments and tests (grading assignments, quizzes/tests; entering grades; etc.)
- Communicate routinely with course instructors in person or via email to prioritize weekly tasks
- Provide announcements on Bb (weekly student reminders)
- Offer weekly office hours to answer students’ questions & offer guidance
- Respond to students’ e-mail inquiries
- Maintain the Master Clinician Network site
- Participate in online chats
- Develop samples and/or templates of course assignments to facilitate student learning
- Seek out additional responsibilities if weekly tasks total fewer than 20 hours
CMD204 The World of Sound (fall) and CMD304 Speech and Hearing Science (spring) (1.0 TA)
Supervisor: Professor Anne Balant
This TA will work 20 hours/week for the GE course World of Sound in the fall and Speech and Hearing Science in the spring. This involves laboratory instruction and direct instructional support for six hours per week in the fall and 6 hours per week in the spring in addition to other responsibilities. The TA will be the sole instructor for weekly lab/recitation sessions. Responsibilities include setting up practical and/or computer-based labs, conducting organized review sessions, and ensuring that all sessions run smoothly. Other responsibilities include holding weekly office hours, logging homework grades, and assisting with proctoring and grading exams. The TA must be available during the day on Wednesdays for the lab sessions. The position requires a strong academic background in the sciences and the ability to work independently with students both individually and in the classroom.
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description: TAs in Communication Studies assist instructors in a range of lower-division undergraduate courses for about fifteen hours per week. TAs may be assigned to work alongside the teachers of record (TR) either in several sections of a single course or in several courses with similar, significant research assignments. The TA duties are typically:
- Attend all classes held by TRs
- Meet weekly with TRs;
- Assist in the development of instructional materials
- Conduct recitation sections
- Hold regular office hours to provide instructional support
- Assist in grading student assignments
Qualifications: To be considered for a Communication Teaching Assistant (TA) position, applicants must be admitted to the MA in Strategic Communication program, enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours, and making good progress toward the degree with no outstanding incomplete or F grades.
Compensation: Typically, students receive a $2500 stipend per semester, plus a tuition waiver for two graduate courses per semester (other fees may apply). Students will also receive an Ashokan Scholarship.
Support is provided through 30 credits. The maximum number of semesters of support is, therefore, five, and the number of semesters of support will be reduced by one for each 6 credits of coursework completed before entering the TA program. Students must have at least 9 credits remaining in their graduate program when they begin the assistantship; the minimum duration for an assistantship is two semesters.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to hardingl@newpaltz.edu. Please also provide in your email your name, contact information, and your Banner ID# (N#) if you are a current or former New Paltz student.
Deadline to Apply: July 1 for the Fall Semester, November 1 for the Spring
Status: Hiring for the 24-25 academic year
DESCRIPTION
English TRs teach two courses per year:
- Composition I in the fall, is a 3-credit course that provides training in critical reading, the process of composing, academic forms of writing, and computer literacy. Movement from expressive to expository writing.
- Writing and Rhetoric in the spring, a 4-credit course that provides training in rhetorical situation analysis and argument writing. Focus on research, critical analysis, and academic genres.
Qualifications: To be considered for an English Teacher of Record (TR) position, applicants must be admitted to the MA English program, enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours, and making good progress toward the degree with no outstanding incomplete or F grades. Only MA English candidates are eligible for teaching assistantships.
Compensation: Typically, students receive a $2500 stipend for Composition I and a $3000 stipend for Writing and Rhetoric ($5500 per academic year) plus an Ashokan Scholarship.
Support is provided through 30 credits. The maximum number of semesters of support is, therefore, five, and the number of semesters of support will be reduced by one for each 6 credits of coursework completed before entering the TR program. Students must have at least 9 credits remaining in their graduate program when they begin the assistantship; the minimum duration for an assistantship is two semesters.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to wesdorpe@newpaltz.edu. Please also provide in your email her with your name, contact information, and your Banner ID# (N#) if you are a current or former New Paltz student.
Deadline to Apply: April 1 for the Fall Semester, November 1 for the Spring
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Description: TR positions require a strong background in statistics and/or research methods and knowledge of SPSS and/or Jamovi. Compensation for a full-year TR position includes a $5000 stipend, 12 credit hours (6 per semester), and health insurance.
Responsibilities: Positions require a 20-hour-a-week commitment that can include such activities as:
- developing labs and classroom lectures/materials
- providing instruction in labs and the classroom
- holding office hours
- grading
- and assisting faculty, as needed
- In addition, TRs must attend professional development meetings bi-weekly.
To Apply: Admitted students to the MS Program in Psychological Science interested in a TR position should submit a one-page letter to hirshore@newpaltz.edu describing
1) Why you are interested in a TR position
2) Qualifications and experiences that you have had that will make you a good TR
3) Which class you would prefer to be assigned to: Research Methods or Statistics (and why).
Compensation: This position yields a $2500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion
Description: The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion and the LGBTQ Coordinator are looking to hire a Graduate Assistant to assist with LGBTQ+ programming, support, and other initiatives. This position would have a special focus on Rivera House, our LGBTQ+ Living Learning Community. This position requires 20hrs/week.
Responsibilities: Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Create, implement, and institute various programs and events for LGBTQ+ identified students
- Serve as a liaison for Rivera House, The Office of Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion (LGBTQ Coordinator) and the Office of Residence Life
- Cultivate marketing initiatives for the promotion of Rivera House and other LGBTQ initiatives on campus
- Develop innovative social media content to inform and connect with current and prospective students regarding Rivera House and campus LGBTQ+ initiatives
- Orient new students to the Rivera House Living Learning Community
- Form and implement assessment of the Rivera House LLC and other LGBTQ+ related programs
- Implement routine check-ins with coordinators and students within the Rivera House Program
- Support the LGBTQ+ Allies Program by co-facilitating workshops, updating content, and more
- Research LGBTQ+ support and community-building initiatives in place at other institutions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with LGBTQ+ students in the higher education setting
- Comfortable and confident in discussing LGBTQ+ topics, usage of LGBTQ terminology, and an understanding of various social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural contributions and factors that impact the LGBTQ+ community
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work select evenings and some weekends
- Proficient in working with and producing content for social media, specifically Instagram
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please send a resume and letter of interest to martinef1@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Student Affairs
Description:
- Student Engagement Programs Graduate Assistant
- Oversees Commuter Student Programming
- Advises the Student Engagement Board as they plan monthly events including Late Night Breakfast for both semesters and an off-campus trip
- Responsible for the weekly Keeping You Posted correspondence to the student body
- Manages the Center for Student Engagement Instagram
- Leadership & Inclusion Graduate Assistant
- Oversees the programming for the Multicultural Resource Center
- Advises the Intercultural Student Engagement Ambassadors
- Assists with the logistics for Emerging Leaders and the Leadership Academy
- Manages the Intercultural Student Engagement & Leadership Instagram
Responsibilities: While working office hours, the Graduate Assistant is expected to:
- Field questions from patrons (students, faculty, staff, prospective students, and their parents) over the phone, via email, and in-person regarding event information, facilities use, and campus information
- Monitor events/meetings taking place in the Student Union and respond to requests from customers
- Assist with the selection, supervision, and training of SAUS student employees in several areas
- Attend weekly/bi-weekly individual meetings with immediate supervisor to discuss job-related concerns and performance. Participate in an annual performance evaluation with the immediate supervisor
- Attend weekly professional staff meetings on time, prepared, and ready to contribute
- Hold and maintain appropriate Student Union keys and account for their location at all times
Remuneration and Obligations:
- The Graduate Assistant shall work 20 hours per week throughout the academic term (This will mostly be done in the established business hours; however, some night and weekend supervision and event coverage is expected)
- Tuition waiver for 6 credits for the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters
- Receive an academic-year-long stipend of $5,000.00, paid biweekly
- The Graduate Student Employees Union (GSEU) allows for personal or family accrued sick time in your second semester. Accrued days are eligible while classes are in session and only for legitimate sick time.
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
Additional Commitment and Benefits Provided by the Center for Student Engagement: This position is uniquely designed by the Center for Student Engagement. The Center for Student Engagement has an additional period of service:
- The term of the contract period will begin Monday, August 12, 2024, and conclude Thursday, May 15, 2025
- The Graduate Assistant shall keep 25 hours per week for the two weeks immediately before the fall and spring semesters when classes are not in session, as follows:
- 25 hours each the weeks of August 12, August 19, January 7, and January 14
- The Graduate Assistant shall serve on weekend duty coverage for the center 4-5 weekends per semester
As a result of these additional commitments, the following unique benefits are offered to the person in this position:
- An additional yearly stipend of $2,296 paid hourly at a rate of $14.00 for the extra-service periods
- A $500 credit per semester meal allowance (inclining dining dollars or hawk dollars as determined by GA)
To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to turnerj8@newpaltz.edu
Status: Filled for the 24-25 academic year
Description: The role of the Graduate Assistant in the Department of Residence Life is to enrich the graduate student’s learning experience as a working professional at SUNY New Paltz, and to work to advertise and advocate for the Graduate School through various methods of outreach and participation. This student will work in numerous capacities with our residence hall staff and will develop and implement a number of larger-scale campus initiatives and programs. This role requires 20hrs/week.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Residence Life professional staff within the various teams of the department (Student Engagement, Student Conduct and Safety, Programming, Leadership Development, Facilities and Operations Management, and Training and Staff Development) on a variety of administrative and research-based tasks
- Serve as a joint supervisor for First-Year Interns through the First-Year Internship Program
- Support front office staff with callers and walk-in visitors to gain an understanding of the types of questions and support needed for our on-campus population, concerned parents and family members, and prospective students
- Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools for the Department of Residence Life
- Develop and present workshops within the fourteen residence hall communities
- Develop opportunities to work with the Graduate School and advertise their programs in the Residence Life community
Sample Administrative tasks
- Work with the Residence Life professional staff to create a department calendar of events and provide biweekly updates to professional and student staff
- Work with the Housing Coordinator to learn and operate Banner, the campus student record system, and Argos, the campus report writing software
- Assist with the implementation of an electronic Health & Safety violation notification system
Sample Research tasks
- Work with Residence Life professional staff to explore grant writing opportunities in conjunction with the Office of Sponsored Programs
- Research and establish departmental social media platforms for marketing and promotion of events and services
- Work with Residence Life professional staff to create an exit survey tool for Residence Life paraprofessional staff that can be used to measure the level of interest in a Higher Education/Student Affairs graduate program at New Paltz
- Attend campus trainings to learn & utilize Qualtrics, a web-based survey software
- Work with the Programming team in conjunction with the Career Resource Center and the Center for Student Success to explore a peer mentor program connected to career exploration
- Work with the Programming team in conjunction with Student Development and the Health Center staff to explore a peer mentor program connected to health education
Sample Presentations
- Work with Residence Life professional staff to promote and further develop our residential Living Learning communities
- Work with Residence Life professional staff in conjunction with the Graduate School to promote graduate opportunities at SUNY New Paltz
- Work with the Housing Coordinator in conjunction with the Center for International Programs to provide our International students residing on campus with a smooth transition to New Paltz and a positive on-campus experience
- Work with the Student Engagement team to conduct leadership workshops for the executive boards of the Residence Hall Student Association and National Residence Hall Honorary
- Work with the Student Conduct & Safety team to assist with fire safety-related events within the residence halls. This includes workshops assigned to students currently on a sanction for a Health & Safety related infractions
- Work with the Leadership Development team in conjunction with offices managing other campus leadership positions outside of Residence Life (Student Activities, EOP, Admissions, Athletics) to create campus leadership preparation workshops and recognition events
Additional Requirements:
- Out of these 20 office hours, 18 must be completed during normal business hours at a mutually agreeable time between the Graduate Assistant and immediate supervisor
- Evening and weekend hours to be scheduled based on event/program needs
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to caraccic@newpaltz.edu
Science and Engineering
Description: Teaching assistants will be responsible for instructing labs every week. During this time, the TR will help students complete their labs, proctor quizzes, and help their assigned instructor with lab materials as needed. The TR will also have weekly office hours to reinforce student's lectures and grade quizzes. This position requires strong proficiency in computer science topics, strong communication skills, organization, and the ability to work independently in a classroom with a diverse group of students.
Responsibilities: Including but not limited to:
- Instructing labs independently of the instructor
- Grading and recording quizzes
- Holding weekly office hours
- Instructing students on computer science fundamentals
- Answering emails from students
Positions Available: The Computer Science department requires TR's each semester for the following subjects:
- Computer Science 1
- Computer Science 2
- Computer Science 3
- Operating Systems
- Language Processing
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester an Ashokan Scholarship for full-time TRs a $1,250 stipend per semester and a Mohonk Scholarship for half-time TRs.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to hoffmank4@newpaltz.edu
Status: Hiring for Spring 2025
Description: The IMPACT STEM Transfer (Inclusive and Meaningful Partnerships for Cultivating Transformation in STEM Transfer) program is a group of 15 teams from across the US that consist of 2- and 4- schools committed to enhancing the experience of students transferring into and completing STEM degrees. SUNY New Paltz is working with Dutchess Community College and other regional partners. We seek a graduate student assistant to help with the administration of this program. Graduate Assistants must maintain a 20-hour-per-week schedule to be eligible for this position.
Responsibilities: Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain an online repository of documents in an organized and accessible manner
- Assist with scheduling of in-person and online meetings of team members
- Assist with record-keeping of expenses made with grant funds
- Collect and conduct basic analysis of various types of data using Excel and other programs after being provided instruction
- Assist with writing program reports for internal and external communications
- Assist with the onboarding of students and other program participants
- Assist with event organization and assessment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education
- Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal direct supervision and to maintain a healthy and productive work schedule
- Basic proficiency with Office 365 software, including EXCEL
Compensation: This position yields a $2,500 stipend per semester and an Ashokan Scholarship which covers 6 credits of graduate tuition.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Megan Ferguson at fergusom@newpaltz.edu.
